Tectaria heracleifolia (Willd.) Underw.

  • 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

    Tectariaceae

  • Scientific Name

    Tectaria heracleifolia (Willd.) Underw.

  • Description

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    Species Description - Fronds 15-70 cm long; petiole usually longer than blade; blade simple or pinnate, triangular; pinnae, when present, in 1 or 2 pairs, the basal ones petiolulate with a prominent lobe towards base. Sori in 2 rows between veins; indusium persistent, peltate, incurved at margin.

    Distribution and Ecology - Rare, in understory of forests on slopes.