Cheilanthes distans
Cheilanthes distans (R.Br.) Mett.
Cheilanthes distans (R.Br.) Mett., known as bristly cloak fern, is a species of lip fern in the Pteridaceae family. It was first described in 1859. The plant is characterized by its woolly appearance, with small white hairs on the upper surface of the fronds and a rusty brown underside.
Description
Cheilanthes distans is a member of the genus Cheilanthes and belongs to the Pteridaceae family. This fern species is commonly referred to as bristly cloak fern due to its distinctive texture. The fronds are covered with small white hairs on the upper side, giving the plant a woolly look, while the lower surface has a rusty brown coloration. It was first published in 1859 under its current scientific name.
Synonyms
Cheilanthes ambiguaCheilanthes interruptaEriochasma distansNotholaena distansNotholaena interruptaNotholaena pumilaAcrostichum distansHemionitis distans
