Trichomanes accedens C.Presl

  • 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 accedens C.Presl

  • Description

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    Species Description - Plants epiphytic. Rhizomes erect. Fronds monomorphic, pinnatifid, widely spaced; petiole 2-7 cm long, brown to black, winged at base; rachis black, pilose; blade oblong, 10- 30 X 2-4 cm, the segments in 1-3 pairs, ca. 5 mm wide, round at apex, the margins crenulate.

    Distribution and Ecology - Most common on trunks of trees in shaded forest at 200 to 600 m.