About Fan-Leaved Fern
Actiniopteris radiata (Actiniopteris = 'ray fern') is a widely distributed fern occurring throughout Africa and adjacent islands, Madagascar, Arabia, Iran, Afghanistan, Nepal, India, Sri Lanka, Burma and Australia. It bears a close resemblance to Actiniopteris dimorpha Pic. Serm. This species is found in hot, dry habitats, growing at the base of rocks and in crevices, but also on deep soil in shady places. It is common in deciduous woodland with perennially high temperatures and low rainfall, ranging from 500m to 1300m. The distinctive fronds issue from a prostrate rhizome and are somewhat dimorphic. The laminae are 15-45mm long and fan-shaped with a spread of some 180 degrees, the tip of each segment bearing 2–5 teeth.
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Plant Details
- Scientific name
- Actiniopteris radiata
- Genus
- Actiniopteris
- Family
- PTERIDACEAE
- Habit
- Herb-Terrestrial
- Distribution
- Africa, Indian sub-continent
- Conservation status
- Least Concern (LC)
Local Names
- Malayalam
- മയൂഖശിഖ
Pteridaceae
MAIDENHAIR FERN FAMILY
Fan-Leaved Fern belongs to the Pteridaceae family.
The illustration represents the family — not necessarily this exact species.
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