Sticheropsis truncata (Willd.) L.V.Lima, Salino & T.E.Almeida
| Etymology | Genus | - |
|---|---|---|
| Species | Truncated; referring to the fronds abruptly branching | |
| Family | Gleicheniaceae | |
| Synonyms | Gleichenia truncata (Willd.) Spreng., Sticherus truncatus (Willd.) Nakai | |
| Common Names | Truncated Sticheropsis | |
| Status | Native: Vulnerable | |
| Form | Herb | |
| Native Distribution | China to Malesia | |
Diagnostics
Usually found along slopes with sufficient sun in our inland nature reserves. It can be differentiated from other Dicranopteris species from its unique fronds, which branch dichotomously a number of times.
Penang Hill, Malaysia, 2025.
Fronds, showing the unique branching of the fronds.
Closeup, upper surface.
Closeup, lower surface with developing spores.
Siyang ·
2026-01-19