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Adenophorus epigaeus
Adenophorus epigaeus (Bishop) W.H. Wagner
Kauai Kihi Fern, Kauai Kihifern
Grammitidaceae (Kihi Fern family)
Synonym(s): Adenophorus tamariscinus var. epigaeus
USDA Symbol: ADEP
USDA Native Status: HI (N)
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Plant Characteristics
Duration: PerennialHabit: Herb , Fern
Size Notes: Fronds up to about 8 inches long.
Bloom Information
Bloom Color: Not ApplicableBloom Notes: Non-flowering, sporulating plant.
Distribution
USA: HINative Distribution: Genus Adenophorus is endemic to Hawaii.
Native Habitat: Wet forests and bogs, in moss mats at the base of trees, occasionally epiphytic on low branches.
Bibliography
Bibref 1815 - Hawai'i's Ferns and Fern Allies (2003) Palmer, Daniel D.Search More Titles in Bibliography
Additional resources
USDA: Find Adenophorus epigaeus in USDA PlantsFNA: Find Adenophorus epigaeus in the Flora of North America (if available)
Google: Search Google for Adenophorus epigaeus
Metadata
Record Modified: 2020-11-02Research By: CBR