Common Polypody (Polypodium vulgare)
A common, small fern, up to 50cm but usually much less. Leaves each with blunt, equal-lengthed leaflets running up both sides of the stem. Spore-cases under the leaves are roundish, with spores ripe from August-March.

One example growing on wall by side entrance door.

Spotters' score: 7

ref: p.214/4

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Common Polypody