polypody
/ˈpɒlɪpədi/Definitions
1. noun
A genus of ferns of the family Polypodiaceae.
“The naturalist studied the unique polypody species in the tropical rainforest.”
2. noun
The fonds or fronds of a fern of the genus Polypodium.
“The delicate polypody fronds were a beautiful addition to the garden.”