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Angleveln Fern (Polypodium triseriale)

Angleveln Fern
Frond detail
Epiphytic habit

Overview

Angleveln Fern (Polypodium triseriale) is an epiphytic fern with long, narrow fronds and distinctive angled veins. It is widespread in the Neotropics.

Taxonomy

Family:	Polypodiaceae
Genus:	Polypodium (pol-ee-PODE-ee-um)
Species:	triseriale
Synonym:	Goniophlebium triseriale
Synonym:	Polypodium brasiliense
Synonym:	Polypodium longifolium
Synonym:	Polypodium neriifolium
Synonym:	Polypodium preslianum

Description

Fronds are simple, linear-lanceolate, 30–80 cm long, leathery. Veins form a distinct angle from the midrib. Rhizome is creeping, scaly. Sori are round, in multiple rows.

Habitat and Cultivation

Epiphytic in humid tropical forests. Mount on bark or grow in hanging baskets. Bright filtered light, high humidity, warm temperatures. Keep moist but not waterlogged.

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