Mountain hard fern
Blechnum vulcanicum
Family: Blechnaceae
What it is like
A fern that grows in soil. The rhizomes is creeping or erect. It is covered with dense scales at the base. The leaves are of 2 forms. The young leaves are usually reddish.
Where it is found
It is a tropical and subtropical plant. It grows on cliffs and in light forests from mountain to sub-alpine zones. It grows up to 1,600 m above sea level.
Countries/locations it is found in
American Samoa, Asia, Australia, Cook Islands, Indonesia, Marquesas, New Zealand, Pacific, SE Asia, Tasmania
How it is used for food
Edible parts
Food
How it is grown
Plants can be grown from spores.
Its other names
Local names
Paku gunung