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amaumau fern

Sadleria cyatheoides Kaulf.
amaumau fern
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Sadleria cyatheoides, known as amaumau fern, is a species in the Blechnaceae family. It was first described in 1824 by Kaulf.

Description

Sadleria cyatheoides is a fern belonging to the genus Sadleria in the family Blechnaceae. It is commonly called amaumau fern and was scientifically described in 1824 by Kaulf. This species is native to the Hawaiian Islands, where it is often found in moist, shaded environments. The plant is characterized by its large, leathery fronds and is sometimes used in traditional Hawaiian practices.

Other common names

amaumau fern

Synonyms

Woodwardia cyatheoidesBlechnum fontanesianumBlechnum kaulfussianumBlechnum cyatheoides

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