Macrothelypteris torresiana (Gaud.) Ching

Synonym(s):

Thelypteris torresiana (Gaud.) Alston

Common Name(s):

Torres' fern,
Mariana maiden fern

Family Name(s):

Thelypteridaceae,
Polypodiaceae

Type:

Terrestrial

Sterile Frond Division:

2-3 pinnate

Sterile Frond Shape:

Triangular

Fertile Frond Shape:

Resembles Sterile Frond

Sori:

Round

Growth:

Creeping

Special Features:	This is one of the largest ferns found in Mississippi.
Habitat:	Damp woods, stream banks.

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