noun
- a genus of large ferns with tall fronds, commonly known as royal ferns or flowering ferns
Usage: botanical
Examples
- The osmunda grew in dense clusters along the stream bank.
- Royal ferns, or osmunda, are among the most primitive fern species.
- The gardener planted osmunda in the shaded, moist area of the yard.
- Osmunda regalis is the scientific name for the royal fern.
- The large fronds of the osmunda created a natural screen in the garden.
- Fossil evidence shows osmunda has existed for millions of years.