Phlebodium decumanum (Willd.) J.Sm.

  • Authority

    Mickel, John T. & Beitel, Joseph M. 1988. Pteridophyte Flora of Oaxaca, Mexico. Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 46: 1-580.

  • Family

    Polypodiaceae

  • Scientific Name

    Phlebodium decumanum (Willd.) J.Sm.

  • Description

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    Species Description - Similar to P. areolatum except: sori in 4-7 rows on both sides of costa; rhizome scales larger (10-15 mm) and more twisted; clavate hairs in the abaxial vein axils minute (less than 0.1 mm long); pinnae wider (35-45 mm wide).

  • Discussion

    Polypodium decumanum Willdenow, Sp. pl. 5: 170. 1810. Type. Brazil. Hoffmannsegg s.n. (B-Willd. 19640!, frag. NY!). See discussion under P. areolatum.

  • Distribution

    Epiphytic on Gulf coastal plain; Tuxtepec; 200 m. Mexico (SLP, Ver, Oax, Chis, Tab); Bel, Hond; WI, Trin; Col & Ven to Bol, Parag & s Braz.

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