Trichomanes elegans Rich.

  • Authority

    Mori, S. A., et al. 1997. Guide to the vascular plants of central French Guiana: Part 1. Pteridophytes, gymnosperms, and monocotyledons. Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 76: 1-422.

  • Family

    Hymenophyllaceae

  • Scientific Name

    Trichomanes elegans Rich.

  • Description

    Species Description - Plants terrestrial. Rhizomes erect or often short-creeping. Fronds monomorphic, 3-pinnate; petiole 12-35 cm, ± quadrangular, not winged; rachis winged; blade lanceolate, 15-35 X 10-28 cm; pinnae alternate or subopposite, 15-20 on each side; pinnules alternate; segments 0.3-0.5 mm wide. Involucres at ends of lobe, 2 mm long.

    Distribution and Ecology - In forests at 200 to 760 m.