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western sword fern

Polystichum munitum

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Plantae ›Phylum: Tracheophyta ›Class: Polypodiopsida ›Order: Polypodiales ›Family: Dryopteridaceae ›Genus: Polystichum

About

Polystichum munitum, the western swordfern, is an evergreen fern native to western North America, where it is one of the most abundant ferns. It occurs along the Pacific coast from southeastern Alaska to southern California, and also inland east to southeastern British Columbia, northern Idaho and western Montana, with isolated populations in interior northern British Columbia, the Black Hills in South Dakota, and on Guadalupe Island off Baja California.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of western sword fern?
The scientific name of western sword fern is Polystichum munitum.
What kingdom does western sword fern belong to?
western sword fern belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
What phylum does western sword fern belong to?
western sword fern belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
What class does western sword fern belong to?
western sword fern belongs to the class Polypodiopsida.
What order does western sword fern belong to?
western sword fern belongs to the order Polypodiales.
What family does western sword fern belong to?
western sword fern belongs to the family Dryopteridaceae.
What genus does western sword fern belong to?
western sword fern belongs to the genus Polystichum.