Mossy Fern

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in moist, shaded forest floors and tropical canopies.

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (Pflanzen)

Phylum

Tracheophyta

Class

Polypodiopsida (Echte Farne)

Order

Polypodiales (Tüpfelfarnartige)

Family

Dryopteridaceae

Genus

Elaphoglossum

Species

Elaphoglossum furcatum (Mossy Fern)

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Maui's paddle

Elaphoglossum crassicaule

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Scaly Tongue-fern

Elaphoglossum semicylindricum

Endangered

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Toothed Tongue-fern

Elaphoglossum dimorphum

Critically Endangered

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Veined Tongue-fern

Elaphoglossum nervosum

Critically Endangered

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Drooping Tonguefern

Elaphoglossum herminieri

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Mossy Fern?

The scientific name of Mossy Fern is Elaphoglossum furcatum. It belongs to the genus Elaphoglossum.

What is the conservation status of Mossy Fern?

Mossy Fern (Elaphoglossum furcatum) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Mossy Fern belong to?

Mossy Fern (Elaphoglossum furcatum) belongs to the genus Elaphoglossum, which is part of the taxonomic family Dryopteridaceae.

What kingdom does Mossy Fern belong to?

Mossy Fern (Elaphoglossum furcatum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Pflanzen).

What are the closest relatives of Mossy Fern?

The closest relatives of Mossy Fern in the genus Elaphoglossum include Maui's paddle, Scaly Tongue-fern, Toothed Tongue-fern, Veined Tongue-fern, Drooping Tonguefern.