Carolina Pond Fern is a common species of fern native to the southeastern United States. It is also known by several synonyms, including Osmunda cinnamonea, cinnamon fern, and flowering fern. The Carolina Pond Fern gets its name from its tendency to grow in wet conditions, such as around ponds and marshes. It can grow up to six feet tall and has unique reproductive structures, called fronds, which contain spores and resemble flowers. This fern is a popular ornamental plant and is often used in landscaping projects for its unique appearance and tolerance of wet conditions. Its many synonyms help to describe its various characteristics and traits.