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Lemmon's Holly FernPolystichum lemmonii

Also known as Lemmon's Hollyfern · Shasta Fern · Shasta Holly Fern

Polystichum lemmonii is an evergreen fern native to western North America, thriving in moist, rocky areas of coniferous forests. It features leathery, dark green,.

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Lemmon's Holly Fern Names & Synonyms

Common names and botanical synonyms

Common Names

  • Lemmon's Holly Fern
  • Lemmon's Hollyfern
  • Shasta Fern
  • Shasta Holly Fern
  • Shasta Sword Fern

Synonyms

  • Aetopteron lemmonii House

Lemmon's Holly Fern Taxonomy

Botanical classification

Taxonomic classification of Lemmon's Holly Fern
RankName
kingdomPlantae
divisionTracheophyta
classPolypodiopsida
orderPolypodiales
familyDryopteridaceae
genusPolystichum
speciesPolystichum lemmonii × munitum