Sporty spores

Have you ever stopped to look at fern spore patterns?  If not, take time to turn over your fern fronds.  My favorite spore pattern comes from the fern genus, Coniogramme. These produce what is known as anastamosing veins…your new word for today.  Anastamosing is the connection of separate branching patterns…in this case, veins of spores.  Free art…compliments of mother nature.

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