Gleichenia spp.

Family: Gleicheniaceae

What it is like

A coral fern. It has branching, creeping rhizomes or underground stems. These have hairs and scales. The stalks are erect and narrow. The fronds are slender and branching.

There are about 10-12 Gleichenia species. They occur in tropical Asia and the Pacific.

Where it is found

A tropical plant. They need light moist soil in a shady position.

Countries/locations it is found in

Pacific, Papua New Guinea

How it is used for food

Edible parts

Fronds, leaves

How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Synonyms

Check Dicranopteris