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Narrow swordfern

Nephrolepis cordifolia

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Italy, Portugal, Sweden), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

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Full Taxonomy

Polypodiopsida (Polypodiopsida)

Order

Polypodiales (Polypodiales)

Species

Nephrolepis cordifolia (Narrow swordfern)

Names in Other Languages

Portuguese escadinha-do-céu

Similar Species in Nephrolepis

Nephrolepis pectinata

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Streamside Swordfern

Nephrolepis rivularis

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Narrow swordfern?

The scientific name of Narrow swordfern is Nephrolepis cordifolia. It belongs to the genus Nephrolepis.

Where does Narrow swordfern live?

Narrow swordfern is found in Widely distributed across Africa (South Africa, Zambia, Zimbabwe), Asia (Taiwan), Europe (Italy, Portugal, Sweden), North America (Cuba, United States), Oceania and the Pacific (New Zealand), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Italy, New Zealand, Portugal, South Africa, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Narrow swordfern belong to?

Narrow swordfern (Nephrolepis cordifolia) belongs to the genus Nephrolepis, which is part of the taxonomic family Nephrolepidaceae.

What kingdom does Narrow swordfern belong to?

Narrow swordfern (Nephrolepis cordifolia) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of Narrow swordfern?

The closest relatives of Narrow swordfern in the genus Nephrolepis include Asian swordfern, basket fern, Streamside Swordfern, Sword Fern.