Asplenium Scolopendrium Subsp. Americanum

Asplenium scolopendrium subsp. americanum is a unique fern native to the eastern united states. it is commonly known as the rock brake or the cleft fern due to its distinctive leaf shape. this plant thrives in rocky and shaded environments, often growing on cliffs or in crevices. its ability to survive in harsh conditions makes it a hardy and resilient species. it is valued both for its ecological role and its ornamental appeal in gardens.