Characteristics
Anchistea virginica (L.) C. Presl
Virginia chain fern
Acid bogs, swamps, edges of ponds, and wet thickets. In at least parts of NY this species is very limited in distribution. Where it occurs it can form large stands.
Fern
Perennial
Vascular
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Native
OBL (NWPL)
OBL (NWPL EMP)
OBL (NWPL NCNE)
S5 (State Rank)
G5 (Global Rank)
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Classification
Citation
Anchistea virginica (L.) C. Presl
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Species Distribution Map
This species has been reported in the counties highlighted in the interactive distribution map below. Click on a county to display its name.
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Plant Photos
Photo by: Steven Daniel. Photo taken: Monroe Co., NY: 28 Aug 2002
- Steven Daniel
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