Doodia caudata
Doodia caudata (Cav.) R.Br.
Doodia caudata is a dimorphic, evergreen fern in the family Blechnaceae, native to Australia and New Zealand. It has been introduced to the Azores, Madeira, and Sri Lanka. Upright fertile fronds can grow up to 25 cm in length.
Description
Doodia caudata, described by (Cav.) R.Br. in 1810, is a member of the genus Doodia. It is naturally found in Australia and New Zealand but has been introduced to the Azores, Madeira, and Sri Lanka. The species is characterized by its dimorphic fronds, with upright fertile fronds reaching up to 25 cm in length. It is part of the Blechnaceae family, commonly known as the chain fern family.
Distribution
Açores · Madeira · Faial Island · Graciosa Island · Pico Island · Santa Maria Island · São Miguel Island · Terceira Island · Madeira Island · Azores
Synonyms
Doodia harryanaWoodwardia caudataDoodia rupestrisBlechnum rupestreBlechnum spinulosumDoodia media var. caudataDoodia media var. mooreiWoodwardia caudata var. scolopendrinaDoodia aspera var. caudataDoodia caudata var. dimorphaDoodia caudata var. mooreiDoodia caudata var. scabridaDoodia caudata var. scolopendrium
