| Etymology | Genus | From Latin unwet; referring to the water repellent fronds |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Wide leaves | |
| Family | Pteridaceae | |
| Synonyms | Adiantum fovearum Raddi, Adiantum lucidum var. bipinnatum Mett. ex E. Fourn. | |
| Common Names | Broadleaf Maiden's Hair Fern | |
| Status | Exotic: Naturalised | |
| Form | Herb | |
| Native Distribution | Mexico, Caribbean, Central and South America | |
Diagnostics:
An exotic fern that has naturalised in our forest floors, Adiantum latifolium is a small fern with pinnate or bipinnate fronds. The individual pinnule, or leaflet are parallelogram-shaped, and are serrated on the edges. The spore bags are formed along the margins of the pinnule. They are usually found on open or semi-open areas.
Interesting Facts:
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A spread of Broadleaf Maidenhair Fern on the forest floor.
Close-up of the fern.
Close-up of the reproductive (right) and non-reproductive (left) frond.
References
-Author: Siyang
Posted: 2019-01-08