Parapolystichum acuminatum
Parapolystichum acuminatum is a fern with elongated, lance-shaped fronds that taper to a pointed tip, indicative of its acuminatum namesake. Adaptable to shady forest understories, its dark green, glossy leaves unfurl from a central rhizome, contributing to the dense foliage that carpets the humid woodland floor. The architecture of its fronds provides resilience in the undergrowth, often serving as a backdrop to woodland biodiversity.