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Maidenhair Fern
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| Appearance: The Maidenhair Fern is distinguished by its flat, horseshoe shaped fronds atop a black shiny stalk. The Leaves on this particular plant are long and fan shaped as well as being lobed on the upper side. The leaves are in an alternate arrangement. | Habitat: This plant is usually found in woods and/or moist places (limestone ravines) throughout Me. to Ga. |
| Collecting: The stem of maidenhair fern can be used as a hair wash ingredient to make the hair healthier. It is also considered expectorant, cooling, and anti-rheumatic. | Medical Uses for Asthma: Tea and/or syrup can be made from this plant to help with asthma. |
