What is another word for broad beech fern?
Pronunciation: [bɹˈɔːd bˈiːt͡ʃ fˈɜːn] (IPA) 
Broad beech fern is a common fern species found in the United States and Canada. It is scientifically known as Phegopteris hexagonoptera and is a member of the Phegopteridaceae family. The broad beech fern got its name from its broad fronds and the resemblance of its leaves to beech trees. This species has several synonyms, such as the hexagon-leaved fern, long beech fern, and simply as hexagon fern. The broad beech fern often grows in damp areas, such as woods, thickets, swamps, and stream banks. This fern species is a popular ornamental plant and is also used in herbal medicine for its therapeutic properties.
