Polypodium vulgare, fern
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Polypodium vulgare, fern
Page 2 from The Ferns of Sidmouth (1862) by Peter Orlando Hutchinson. Held in the Botany Library at the Natural History Museum, London
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Common Fern Hutchinson Polypodiaceae Polypodiales Polypodiophyta Polypodium Pteridophyta Pteridophyte Pteridopsida Sidmouth Polypodium Vulgare
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning illustration is taken from Page 2 of "The Ferns of Sidmouth," a botanical monograph published in 1862 by Peter Orlando Hutchinson. The work is currently housed in the esteemed Botany Library at the Natural History Museum in London. The illustration depicts Polypodium vulgare, a common fern belonging to the Polypodiaceae family and the order Polypiales, which is also known as the Polypodiales or Polypodiophyta, depending on taxonomic classification. The fern is commonly referred to as the Polypody fern or the Common Polypody. The intricately detailed drawing showcases the fern's fronds, which are characterized by their pinnate structure and the presence of sori along the undersides of the leaflets. The sori, which are the reproductive structures of the fern, are encased in protective indusia, which are small, membranous structures that shield the spores from the elements. Peter Orlando Hutchinson was a renowned British botanist and illustrator, whose work significantly contributed to the scientific understanding of ferns during the 19th century. His meticulous drawings and descriptions were instrumental in documenting the diversity of ferns, particularly those found in the Sidmouth area of Devon, England. This illustration not only serves as a testament to Hutchinson's artistic skill but also highlights the beauty and complexity of the natural world. The Polypodium vulgare, with its distinctive fronds and reproductive structures, continues to captivate researchers and nature enthusiasts alike, making this illustration a valuable addition to any botanical collection.
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