What is this close-up picture? (WotsThat: Maidenhair fern)

Question

What object is shown in this zoomed-in close-up photo?

StoneQuartz · Accepted Answer

Maidenhair fern. Maidenhair ferns have been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine to treat coughs and respiratory issues, and modern research has actually found compounds in their fronds that show promise in lab studies for anti-inflammatory properties. The fern's name comes from its impossibly delicate, hair-like stems that somehow manage to be both incredibly fragile-looking and surprisingly tough—they can survive indoor conditions that would kill most houseplants.

Answer: Maidenhair fern

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