Davallia denticulata (Burm. f.) Mett. ex Kuhn
| Etymology | Genus | After Edmond Davall, 18th century English-born Swiss botanist |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Finely toothed; probably referring to the rhizome scales | |
| Family | Davalliaceae | |
| Synonyms | Adiantum denticulatum Burm. f., Davallia chaerophylloides (Poir.) Steud. | |
| Common Names | Rabbit's Foot Fern | |
| Status | Native: Least Concern | |
| Form | Epiphyte | |
| Native Distribution | Tropical Asia to Polynesia | |
Diagnostics
A common fern with a stout and hairy brown rhizome, giving raise to the common name of Rabbit's Foot. The deltate-shaped frond is bipinnate growing to 60cm long. Each lobe of the sterile leaflets have fine crenate margins.
Interesting Facts
This is one of the most common epiphytic ferns found on mature trees from urban to forested areas.
The Rabbit's Foot Fern on a Rain Tree.
Another full view of the frond.
Close-up of a frond. Note the crenate margins.
Stalks holding the fronds.
Hairy brown rhizome.
Siyang ·
2018-04-20 / Modified: 2018-04-21