Appearance
Interrupted ferns have a gap in middle of the blade that is left by the fertile portions after they wither and eventually fall off.
Naming
It gets its common name from the distinct interruptions present in the center of many fronds, caused by the fertile pinnae.
Distribution
Interrupted fern is very common throughout New England in the United States. It is known from eastern Asia, Canada, and the eastern United State.
Habitat
Forests, shores of rivers, swamps, and wetland margins.
Uses
The interrupted fern's fiddleheads are not readily edible due to their bitter taste and a tendency to cause diarrhea. It is often cultivated as an ornamental plant for use in traditional, native plant, and wildlife garden.s
Cultural
The Iroquois used the plant as treatment for blood disorders and venereal diseases.References:
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