Two of the main characteristics that are extremely helpful when identifying ferns are the number of times the fronds are "cut" or divided, and the overall fern silhouette.

Fern frond divisions

Fern Silhouettes

See also the Fern Glossary

Ferns Learning to ID Ferns Fern Silhouettes Leaf Divisions Glossary

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