Young fern fronds feature tightly coiled, bright green fiddleheads emerging from the ground. The surface is textured with fine hairs, giving a fresh, velvety appearance. The fronds, sprouting upright, display the classic spiral shape common in developing ferns. Surrounded by dry leaves and grass, the fronds are vibrant against the muted background, indicating a healthy, growing plant. This early stage of growth is significant in ferns, like those from the family Polypodiaceae, where new fronds unfurl and expand as they mature.
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