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Chingia longissima

Chingia longissima (Brack.) Holttum
Chingia longissima
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Chingia longissima is a species in the genus Chingia, belonging to the family Thelypteridaceae. It was published in 1974 and is known for its elongated characteristics.

Description

Chingia longissima (Brack.) Holttum is a fern species within the Thelypteridaceae family. This species was formally described in 1974. It is distinguished by its long fronds, a trait reflected in its specific epithet 'longissima,' which means 'longest' in Latin. The genus Chingia is part of a group of ferns that are typically found in tropical and subtropical regions. The species is recognized for its distinct morphology and is an example of the diversity within the Thelypteridaceae family.

Synonyms

Dryopteris kusaianaDryopteris longissimaNephrodium longissimumCyclosorus kusaianusCyclosorus longissimusPhegopteris longissimaThelypteris kusaianaThelypteris longissimaGoniopteris longissimaDryopteris longissima var. nukuhivensisPolypodium longissimum

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