What is another word for matteuccia?
Pronunciation: [matjˈuːksi͡ə] (IPA) 
Matteuccia is a type of fern that is commonly known as the Ostrich Fern. Its scientific name, Matteuccia struthiopteris, comes from a combination of the surname of an Italian botanist and the Greek words for ostrich and fern. There are a few synonyms that can be used to refer to the Matteuccia fern, including the shuttlecock fern, fiddlehead fern, and the ostrich plume fern. This fern is popular in gardens and is known for its tall, feathery fronds. It is also used for food, with the young, curled fronds (known as fiddleheads) being harvested and cooked as a delicacy in some regions.
