Microgramma tecta (Kaulf.) Alston
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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.
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Family
Polypodiaceae
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Scientific Name
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Description
Species Description - Rhizomes long-creeping, covered with beige scales 2 mm long. Fronds widely spaced, dimorphic. Sterile fronds with petiole 0-2 mm long, with same scales as rhizome; blade thick, ovate, 1-1.5 X 0.5-1.2 cm, cordate at base, round to obtuse at apex, the veins not visible. Fertile fronds with petiole 5-10 mm long, with same scales as rhizome; blade linear, 2.0-3.5 X 0.3-0.5 mm, hirsute, the veins, except for midrib, not visible. Sori small, linear.
Distribution and Ecology - Rare, in lowland and cloud forests.