Abrodictyum tamarisciforme

Abrodictyum tamarisciforme is a member of the Hymenophyllaceae family, a group of ferns commonly known as filmy ferns. The species was reclassified and published in 2006 by Ebihara and Dubuisson, based on earlier work attributed to Jacq. It is part of the genus Abrodictyum, which includes small, often epiphytic ferns typically found in moist, tropical environments. The species name 'tamarisciforme' suggests a resemblance to the tamarisk shrub in form. This fern is likely to be found in shaded, humid habitats, as is typical for members of its family.