Adiantum edgeworthii; maidenhair fern species
A specific species of maidenhair fern native to East Asia. Botanical term; learners may encounter it in nature guides or gardening contexts.
Adiantum edgeworthii is a fern that grows naturally on damp rocky surfaces.
I found an Adiantum edgeworthii on the mountain trail.
Kanji spelling; usually written in kana.
Katakana spelling; sometimes used for plant names or emphasis.
The name 乙女孔雀 (otomekujaku) literally means 'maiden peacock,' likely referring to the delicate, fan-shaped fronds resembling a peacock's tail. The exact origin of the name is uncertain.