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Scrambling Coral Fern

Gleichenia microphylla

Description:

This attractive fern had thin wiry rachis and midrib with leaflets like teeth of a saw. The whole plant felt stiff but had a soft look as it clambered on neighbouring plants. The underside did not have any spore sacs.

Habitat:

Spotted near a lake in a well-shaded area. Seen growing in South East Asia, New Guinea, Australia and New Zealand.

Notes:

A very attractive fern Also called Parasol Fern and Umbrella Fern http://www.mandeni-science.com.au/index....

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Leuba Ridgway
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Leuba Ridgway

Victoria, Australia

Spotted on Apr 7, 2013
Submitted on Apr 8, 2013

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