1. a type of fern with creeping rootstocks and deeply divided fronds, commonly found growing on rocks, trees, or walls
Usage: botanical

Examples

• The polypody fern grew abundantly on the old stone wall.
• Common polypody can be found clinging to oak trees in the forest.
• The botanist identified several species of polypody during the nature walk.
• Polypody ferns are known for their ability to survive in dry conditions.
• The rock face was covered with patches of green polypody.
• She collected samples of polypody for her herbarium project.