Pteris vittata L.


Pteris vittata L. #6
Synonym(s):   
Common Name(s):  Ladder brake,
Chinese brake
Family Name(s):  Pteridaceae,
Polypodiaceae

Type:  Terrestrial 
Sterile Frond Division:  Pinnate 
Sterile Frond Shape:  Lance-shaped 
Fertile Frond Shape:  Resembles Sterile Frond 
Sori:  Marginal 
Growth:  Creeping 

Special Features: The terminal pinna is longer than the lateral pinnae. 
Habitat: Masonary, old stone walls, moist woods. 

Distribution Map
   
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Ladder brake,<BR>Chinese brake    
     
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