Adinkra African Symbol - AYA - Fern - Black & White large canvas wall artAYA represented by a fern leaf It is a symbol of endurance, independence, defiance against difficulties, hardiness, perseverance, and resourcefulness. The fern is a hardy plant that can grow in difficult places. "An individual who wears this symbol suggests that he has endured many adversities and outlasted much difficulty." (Willis, The Adinkra Dictionary) Treat yourself and your home to these new abstract cultural offerings from Yvette Michele.