3,735 observationsLeast Concern
Fairy Fern
Odontosoria chinensis
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Plantae βΊPhylum: Tracheophyta βΊClass: Polypodiopsida βΊOrder: Polypodiales βΊFamily: Lindsaeaceae βΊGenus: Odontosoria
About
Odontosoria chinensis is a fern in the family Lindsaeaceae. Commonly called lace fern (Hawaiian: pala'Δ, palae, or palapala'Δ), it is native from India to Hawai'i, and south to Sumatra, Borneo and the Philippines, as well as other parts of the tropics and sub-tropics. It is commonly found in forest openings and disturbed areas such as landslides, along trails or roads. It grows in moist, shady areas from sea level to an elevation of 4,000 feet.
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Fairy Fern is Odontosoria chinensis.
- Fairy Fern belongs to the kingdom Plantae.
- Fairy Fern belongs to the phylum Tracheophyta.
- Fairy Fern belongs to the class Polypodiopsida.
- Fairy Fern belongs to the order Polypodiales.
- Fairy Fern belongs to the family Lindsaeaceae.
- Fairy Fern belongs to the genus Odontosoria.