:: Flora of Northern Ireland ::
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| Species Description: |
| An abundant species of open country, ascending to high altitudes in mountain areas. Also in woodland. |
| All names: Pteridium aquilinum (L.) Kuhn; Pteris aquilina L.; Eupteris aquilina (L.) Newm. |
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