Toothed Tongue-fern

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (planta)

Phylum

Tracheophyta

Class

Polypodiopsida (Polypodiopsida)

Order

Polypodiales (Polypodiales)

Family

Dryopteridaceae

Genus

Elaphoglossum

Species

Elaphoglossum dimorphum (Toothed Tongue-fern)

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Maui's paddle

Elaphoglossum crassicaule

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Mossy Fern

Elaphoglossum furcatum

Near Threatened

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Scaly Tongue-fern

Elaphoglossum semicylindricum

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 Toothed Tongue-fern?

The scientific name of Toothed Tongue-fern is Elaphoglossum dimorphum. It belongs to the genus Elaphoglossum.

What is the conservation status of Toothed Tongue-fern?

Toothed Tongue-fern (Elaphoglossum dimorphum) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Toothed Tongue-fern belong to?

Toothed Tongue-fern (Elaphoglossum dimorphum) belongs to the genus Elaphoglossum, which is part of the taxonomic family Dryopteridaceae.

Is Toothed Tongue-fern endangered?

Yes, Toothed Tongue-fern (Elaphoglossum dimorphum) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Toothed Tongue-fern belong to?

Toothed Tongue-fern (Elaphoglossum dimorphum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Toothed Tongue-fern?

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