Woodsia glabella, commonly known as the smooth cliff fern, is a species of homosporous fern. An obligate lithophyte, it is found in the Holarctic realm. It can be found at altitudes of up to 1500–3000 m. The species name glabella is a diminutive of the Latin word glaber, meaning without hair, and refers to the plant's glabrousness.

Distribution

The smooth cliff fern is found across Europe, Asia, and North America.

Description

Woodsia glabella is a small fern with leaf blades 1–1.5 cm wide. It is the smallest species in its genus.

External links

  • from the Hardy Fern Library