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Scaly Tongue-fern

Elaphoglossum semicylindricum

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇵🇹 Portugal

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Plantae (식물)
Phylum
Tracheophyta
Class
Polypodiopsida (고사리강)
Order
Polypodiales (고사리목)
Family
Dryopteridaceae
Genus
Elaphoglossum
Species
Elaphoglossum semicylindricum (Scaly Tongue-fern)

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Toothed Tongue-fern
Elaphoglossum dimorphum
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Veined Tongue-fern
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Drooping Tonguefern
Elaphoglossum herminieri
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Scaly Tongue-fern?
The scientific name of Scaly Tongue-fern is Elaphoglossum semicylindricum. It belongs to the genus Elaphoglossum.
What is the conservation status of Scaly Tongue-fern?
Scaly Tongue-fern (Elaphoglossum semicylindricum) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Scaly Tongue-fern live?
Scaly Tongue-fern is found in Found in Portugal. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Portugal.
What family does Scaly Tongue-fern belong to?
Scaly Tongue-fern (Elaphoglossum semicylindricum) belongs to the genus Elaphoglossum, which is part of the taxonomic family Dryopteridaceae.
Is Scaly Tongue-fern endangered?
Yes, Scaly Tongue-fern (Elaphoglossum semicylindricum) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Scaly Tongue-fern belong to?
Scaly Tongue-fern (Elaphoglossum semicylindricum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).
What are the closest relatives of Scaly Tongue-fern?
The closest relatives of Scaly Tongue-fern in the genus Elaphoglossum include Maui's paddle, Mossy Fern, Toothed Tongue-fern, Veined Tongue-fern, Drooping Tonguefern.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Elaphoglossum — 6 Species

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Maui's paddle
Elaphoglossum crassicaule
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Mossy Fern
Elaphoglossum furcatum
NT
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Scaly Tongue-fern
Elaphoglossum semicylindricum
EN
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Toothed Tongue-fern
Elaphoglossum dimorphum
CR 🐾
Veined Tongue-fern
Elaphoglossum nervosum
CR 🐾
Drooping Tonguefern
Elaphoglossum herminieri
LC
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