A frond is a large, divided leaf. In both common usage and botanical nomenclature, the leaves of ferns are referred to as fronds and some botanists restrict the term to this group.

What does a frond do?

Fern fronds are the leaves of ferns. ... They have vascular tissue with leaf blades and a stalk, which runs from the base of the frond to the tip. Their primary roles are in photosynthesis and reproduction as well as providing many other uses for ferns.

What does Croft mean in English?

1 chiefly British : a small enclosed field usually adjoining a house. 2 chiefly British : a small farm worked by a tenant.