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Elaphoglossum nervosum

Veined Tongue Fern
Also known as: Aconiopteris nervosa (Bory) J.Sm. +7 more
  • Aconiopteris nervosa (Bory) J.Sm.
  • Aconiopteris subdiaphana (Hook. & Grev.) C.Presl
  • Acrostichum lanceolatum Roxb.
  • Acrostichum nervosum Bory
  • Acrostichum subdiaphanum Hook. & Grev.
  • Acrosticum nervosum Bory
  • Olfersia nervosa (Bory) T.Moore
  • Olfersia subdiaphana (Hook. & Grev.) T.Moore
Botanical Data
  • Taxonomic Rank: Species
  • Botanical Family: Polypodiaceae
  • WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.

Elaphoglossum nervosum (commonly known as Veined Tongue-fern) is an epiphytic fern belonging to the Polypodiaceae family. Found natively in Africa, this species is primarily associated with wet tropical conditions. It is part of the broad Elaphoglossum genus, encompassing over 750 species globally.

Macro Climate
Tropical
Plant Type
Fern
Plant Type
Air Plant

Native Range

Continents (WGSRPD)
AFRICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Middle Atlantic Ocean
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
St.Helena

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