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Adiantum hispidulum

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Rough Maidenhair Fern
Maidenhair Fern, Chatswood West, Australia
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A. hispidulum
Binomial name
Adiantum hispidulum
Synonyms

  • Adiantum hispidulum var. glabratum Domin
  • Adiantum hispidulum var. normale Domin

Adiantum hispidulum is a small fern of widespread distribution. Occurring in Africa, Australia, Polynesia, Malesia, New Zealand and other Pacific Islands.[1] Known as the Rough Maidenhair Fern in Australia.

A common plant, often seen growing in moist areas. In Australia it is found near rocks, in rainforest or open forest.[2]

References

  1. ^ "Adiantum hispidulum". Flora of Australia Online.
  2. ^ "Adiantum hispidulum". PlantNET - NSW Flora Online. Retrieved 2010-07-14.