CYSTOPTERIS FRAG 11, IS. 



Cystopteris — From the Greek hystos — a bladder, and pteris — a fern. 



Fragilis — Fragile. 



This pretty species grows in tlie fissures of moist rocks, 

 usually in the shade, occurring from the sea level to three 

 thousand feet elevation. Widely distributed, and most abundant 

 in mountainous districts. A native of every county in Great 

 Britain, yet least common in the south of England. In Ireland 



