Elaphoglossum smithii
Smith's Tonguefern
Also known as: Elaphoglossum buchii C.Chr.
- Elaphoglossum buchii C.Chr.
Botanical Data
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Botanical Family: Polypodiaceae
- WCVP Morphological Data: Recorded natively as a epiphyte.
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Elaphoglossum smithii (commonly known as Smith's Tonguefern) is an epiphytic fern belonging to the Polypodiaceae family. Naturally occurring in South America, 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)
SOUTHERN AMERICA
Regions (WGSRPD)
Caribbean, Central America, Western South America
Botanical Countries (WGSRPD L3)
Bolivia, Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Panama, Puerto Rico, Windward Is.