Nephrolepis biserrata (Sw.) Schott

  • 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

    Nephrolepidaceae

  • Scientific Name

    Nephrolepis biserrata (Sw.) Schott

  • Description

    Species Description - Plants terrestrial or epiphytic, stoloniferous. Fronds 30-300 X 15-40 cm; petiole canaliculate, 15-50 cm long; pinnae alternate, elliptic, 5-15 X 1-1.5 cm, petiolulate, acute to acuminate at apex, subequal at base, the margins dentate. Indusia orbicular, opening toward midrib.

    Distribution and Ecology - Common, in clearings in all types of forests.