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The Adder's tongue fern, Ophioglossum reticulatum, is a unique member of the Ophioglossaceae family, known for its distinctive leaf-like sporophyte and delicate, often pale fronds. Adder's tongue fern (Latin: Ophioglossum reticulatum) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Adder's tongue fern is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Adder's tongue fern is a member native to ANG, AGE, AGW, ASS, BAN, and BOL. Adder's tongue fern thrives in moist to wet conditions and prefers partial sun to full sun exposure.
Adder's tongue fern grows best in USDA zone 10-12, full sun, partial sun/shade light, and moist, wet water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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