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spleenwort


  • n  any of various chiefly rock-inhabiting ferns of the genus Asplenium
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  • Unexpected Décor
    In New York City’s five boroughs, the ebony spleenwort is most frequently found squeezing its roots into the mortar of abandoned forts, railroad trestles, bridges and the foundations of old buildings.
    June 14, 2013 - New York Times
  • City Room: Unexpected Décor
    In New York City’s five boroughs, the ebony spleenwort is most frequently found squeezing its roots into the mortar of abandoned forts, railroad trestles, bridges and the foundations of old buildings.        
    June 14, 2013 - New York Times

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