Status:
valid
Authors:
Ching
Source:
tro
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 9(1): 75. 1964 [18 Jan 1964]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001123545
Common Names
- Similar Rhachidosorus Fern
- Consimilis Rhachidosorus Fern
- Consimilis Shield Fern
Description
Rhachidosorus consimilis (also called Similar Rhachidosorus, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Rhachidosorus consimilis is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for wildlife, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhachidosorus consimilis has small, yellow-green flowers that appear in the spring. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings have two pairs of long, narrow leaflets.
Where to Find Rhachidosorus consimilis
Rhachidosorus consimilis is native to Thailand and can be found in the provinces of Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, and Phayao.
Species in the Rhachidosorus genus
Species in the Rhachidosoraceae family