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rasp fern

Doodia australis (Parris) Parris
rasp fern
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Doodia australis, known as the rasp fern, is a fern species native to New Zealand and also found in Australia. It is part of the Blechnaceae family and was published in 1998. The species is distributed on Faial Island and Pico Island.

Description

Doodia australis, referred to as the rasp fern, is a member of the Blechnaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and also occurs in Australia. The species is found on Faial Island and Pico Island. It was formally described in 1998. Common names include pukupuku and fragrant fern, and it was previously known by the synonym Blechnum parrisiae.

Other common names

rasp fern

Distribution

Faial Island · Pico Island

Synonyms

Blechnum parrisiaeDoodia media subsp. australis

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