Photograps: Ballingeary, Co. Cork

Royal Fern Osmunda regalis Raithneach ríúil Family: Osmundaceae Flowering: June-August. Perennial fern. Native. Young stalks are covered with golden-brown hairs which soon fall off. The deciduous pale green leaves are erect and 2-pinnate, 60-100cm long. Rich-brown spore cases on central leaves. Short, stout erect stems. Height to 2m Boggy, marshy woods and fens. Most frequent in western half of Ireland Follow this link for more More ... Ferns

Royal Fern, Osmunda regalis, Raithneach ríuíl