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morimur.bsky.social
As you review the plant list, you might notice that some are non-native and a few are labeled invasive.

The collection includes western swordfern (Polystichum munitum), herb-robert (Geranium robertianum), feather reed-grass (Calamagrostis × acutiflora),
September 21, 2026 at 10:25 PM
dustymcdusterson.bsky.social
This likely Wood-woolly foot mushroom's desiccation aptly represents the thirst our forests in the PNW still feel.

The recent rainfall has been much appreciated but nowhere near what we need. #Mushroom #Moss #SwordFern #Fungi

Not many other fungi are popping recently but I'll post a few.
A likely Wood Woolly-Foot, Collybiopsis peronata, mushroom with the edges of the cap showing signs of drying out. The stem of the mushroom is a creamy white color with "whooly" texture especially visible on the lower right side of the stem. The cap is a tan coloration and is dramatically lit to show off the folds of the mushroom as they increase as it drys out. We had a few rounds of rainfall over the past few weeks but the ground is still super thirsty. Still lots of these cute, even if apparently invasive, mushrooms popping up along the trail. Along with gilled mushrooms living on Douglas fir cones, Strobilurus trullisatus these dominated the forest floor with not many other mushrooms spotted as of late. This picture was a long-ish exposure of 1 second with a f/29 so the entire mushroom and most of the fern are both in focus in the single shot. I used one LED light for dramatic lighting.
September 20, 2026 at 6:22 PM
pamw143.bsky.social
Report Observations of Sword Fern Mortality with iNaturalist
WSU: Within the last decade, observations throughout the Puget Sound Region have indicated a dieback phenomenon affecting western Sword Ferns (Polystichum munitum).
Share observations of western sword fern die-off.
treehealth.wsu.edu/fern/
Four photos of sword ferns in stages of dying back. Western Sword Fern Dieback. Western sword ferns (Polystichum munitum) are important species in the understory in Pacific Northwest forests. However, starting in 2013, many reports noted dieback in sword fern populations. More research is needed to understand the cause and distribution of the dieback issues in the Pacific Northwest. You can help by mapping or collecting soils from areas with unhealthy sword fern plants Get Involved How to Sample. Link. Contact Us. Website. Washington State University. Forest health watch. PDF download. Western Sword Fern Mortality Research. Are microbes associated with dieback in sword ferns? 8 photos of sword ferns in declining health and dying back. One I naturalist graphic showing the range of research in the Puget Sound region and western Washington. Report Observations of Sword Fern Mortality Share Your Observations on iNaturalist Join the project on iNaturalist.org to share observations of western sword fern die-off. Observations can be uploaded from a computer or with the iNaturalist smart-phone application. The Importance of Swordfern. Vital to the Vibrant Understory. Sword fern (Polytichum munitum) is a major component of the understory of the coastal forests of the Pacific Northwest. It provides many social and ecological services. Ecologically, sword fern provides nutritional value and habitat for many species. For example, it serves as important source of cover during breeding ceremonies of Pacific ruffed grouse. Sword fern also has the ability to resprout after disturbance and is important for nutrient cycling, erosion prevention and soil health. Culturally, sword fern has served many purposes for indigenous communities in the region. It has a rich cultural heritage because it has been used in games, ceremonies, as medicines, as fibers for mats, rugs and beds, and it can provide nutritional value during critical times of need such as during famines or seasons with limited food availability.
August 31, 2026 at 7:32 AM
tangledvine.bsky.social
1. Yellow Alder/Ramgoat dashalong ramgoat dash along is such a cool name. I think I will refer to my jogs as such when I randomly jog from now on lol
2. Crepe Myrtle
3. Bull-tongue Arrowhead
4. Turkey Tangle
5. Swordfern and Air Potato
July 24, 2026 at 12:49 PM
aridublion.bsky.social
Swordfern
July 5, 2026 at 1:07 AM
aridublion.bsky.social
There was an epic punk and metal show at the all ages venue at the bowling alley downstairs from the radio station. I caught the last band, Swordfern. I’ve been to all their show! 2! I’m not a metal fan but live music is hella fun and this was great to see. So much great live music in #qathet
July 5, 2026 at 1:07 AM
dustymcdusterson.bsky.social
One of the few Amanita #Fungi seen at McCormick Forest Park Friday. I really enjoyed the composition including the sporangia dotted frond of a nearby #SwordFern in the background. A closer shot of the fungi can be seen below.
#MacroPhotography #Nature
A singular amanita pops forth from the forest floor here with a creamy yellow cap dotted by rolled oat looking universal veil remnants. The stipe is a creamy white and has a ring just above halfway down the stipe toward the volva, mostly obscured by the forest litter here. A likely Douglas fir cone can be seen just to the right. A couple of Sword Fern fronds act as the backdrop here with their sporangia clearly visible dotting the underside of the frond exposed here. This shot is a composite of 21 images taken in a series focus stacked.
June 21, 2026 at 4:53 PM
lindsrhaevossbrash.bsky.social
A prayer of resistance, using the language of flowers.
@hcrichardson.bsky.social
#bloomscrolling #floralartist #resistance #actsofresistance #languageofflowers #floraldesigner #nokings #prayer #floralliturgy #thebrashfoxfloral #peony #iris #sunflower #myrtle #carnation #swordfern #aster
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June 14, 2026 at 4:57 PM
madmapper2.bsky.social
Swordfern fiddlehead #Fern
April 24, 2026 at 8:50 PM
andreapeterson.bsky.social
Some fern action deep in the Olympic National Park

#ForestFriday #Forests #Ferns #Scape #Nature #Fiddleheads #SwordFern #PNW #Photography
A cluster of growing sword ferns with fiddleheads sticking up and mature ferns around them
April 24, 2026 at 10:31 AM
dustymcdusterson.bsky.social
A couple of #FungiFriends posing in front of their protector, a regenerating Western Swordfern clump.

The larger is a Questionable stropharia, Stropharia ambigua growing from the forest floor and the other, a tiny unknown fungi buddy, growing from a fallen stem. #Fungi #Nature #Macro #Photography
A beautiful Questionable stropharia stands tall with its fuzzy stipe and light creamy yellow lustrous cap edged with frills hiding some light grey gills. The other fungi growing from a stem has a stark white stipe with a little bit of fuzz especially closer to where it attaches to the stem capped with a light grey cap covered in a dusting of spores or pollen. This image is a composite of 14 pictures manually focused taken in sequence that were later focus stacked. Lit with 2x LED lights.
April 19, 2026 at 3:50 PM
poetryofnature.bsky.social
Love your Swordfern perspective! Like you, I don’t have much in the way by humans or urban. I’m much better with animals.🙏😊
April 10, 2026 at 4:19 AM
thebrashfoxfloral.bsky.social
Look at the birds, consider the flowers.
A fresh piece from different perspectives. Welcome the anxious, protect the remnant.
#bloomscrolling #floralartist #floraldesigner #floralart #resistance #chrysanthemum #hydrangea #eucalyptus #thebrashfoxfloral #larkspur #swordfern #tulip #alstroemeria
April 8, 2026 at 7:31 PM
lindsrhaevossbrash.bsky.social
A prayer of resistance, using the language of flowers.
@hcrichardson.bsky.social
#bloomscrolling #floralartist #resistance #actsofresistance #littleactsofresistance #languageofflowers #thebrashfoxfloral #chrysanthemum #hydrangea #eucalyptus #larkspur #tulip #swordfern #alstroemeria #prayer
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April 8, 2026 at 7:20 PM
nirik.fosstodon.org.ap.brid.gy
This young swordfern ( Polystichum munitum ) thinks spring has arrived and it's already going...
A new / young swordfern plant looking very green and vibrant, growing fast now that it thinks spring has arrived.
March 15, 2026 at 6:47 PM
lindsrhaevossbrash.bsky.social
A prayer on International Women's Day, using the language of flowers.
@hcrichardson.bsky.social
#floralartist #bloomscrolling #thebrashfoxfloral #resistance #actsofresistance #languageofflowers #prayer #bellsofireland #craspedia #swordfern #eryngium #chrysanthemum #hydrangea #floralliturgist
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March 8, 2026 at 7:42 PM
thewaterbearer.bsky.social
Post a pic you took, no context, to bring some zen to the feed.
Lightly touching a swordfern on the top of the leaf. Full palm
February 28, 2026 at 9:43 AM
thebrashfoxfloral.bsky.social
She's beautiful and wild. A small and fun piece in my new vase that brings me much joy.
#floralartist #floraldesign #bloomscrolling #thebrashfoxfloral #chrysanthemum #hydrangea #hypericum #plumosa #carnation #bellsofireland #craspedia #swordfern #eryngium #leptospermum #teatree
February 23, 2026 at 6:46 PM
thewaterbearer.bsky.social
#swordfern
January 26, 2026 at 6:02 AM
hatpacket.bsky.social
hair ice on a stick on the ground frost on oregon grape and swordfern hair ice on a tree, backlit
January 26, 2026 at 12:41 AM
lindsrhaevossbrash.bsky.social
A prayer of resistance, using the language of flowers.
@hcrichardson.bsky.social
#bloomscrolling #floralartist #resistance #actsofresistance #littleactsofresistance #languageofflowers #prayer #thebrashfoxfloral #anemone #swordfern #iris #hydrangea #alstro #yellowrose #yarrow #eucalyptus #eryngium
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January 5, 2026 at 9:47 PM
dorsetscavenger.bsky.social
Life keeps getting really busy with motherhood & Christmas!
But here’s one of my new green beauties the Boston Swordfern #houseplants #nature #plants #greenery
December 13, 2025 at 6:09 PM
conwaysuz.bsky.social
#TodayInTheBackyard

1) The #birdhouse wrapped in #clematis.
2) #SwordFern
3) a #Grosbeak
4) #ChineseFringeTree #leaves
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#fall #autumn #fallcolor #autumncolor #nestbox
November 23, 2025 at 2:22 AM
rangersarah.bsky.social
Ranger Sarah hikes past some Western Swordfern (Polystichum munitum) and moss covered everything on the Big Eddy Trail.
— at Dworshak State Park.

#adventuresofrangersarah #rangersarah #hike #hikingadventures #hiking #outdooradventures #Idaho #hikeidaho #stateparks
Ranger Sarah hikes past some Western Swordfern (Polystichum munitum) and moss covered everything on the Big Eddy Trail. — at Dworshak State Park.
October 27, 2025 at 1:00 PM
fonscordi.bsky.social
Another botanical study done for #inktober #plantober of last year 🌿🌸🌱

#repostober #sketchbook #drawing #kunst #art #gelpen #botanical
Botanical studies of an iris flower and a swordfern
October 26, 2025 at 3:02 PM