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snailfern
Scientific Name: Cochlidium
Family: Grammitidaceae
Category: Fern
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Snail Fern (Cochlidium spp.)
The term "Snail Fern" refers to plants within the genus Cochlidium, belonging to the Tectariaceae or Polypodiaceae family, depending on the classification. These ferns are noted for their unique characteristics and distribution.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Genus: Cochlidium
- Family: Tectariaceae or Polypodiaceae
Specific species and their synonyms mentioned in the text include:
- Cochlidium seminudum (Willd.) Maxon (Tree Snailfern)
- Cochlidium serrulatum (Sw.) Bishop (Toothed Snailfern): Synonyms include Grammitis serrulata (Sw.) Sw. and Polypodium duale.
- Cochlidium jungens L.E. Bishop (Mountain Snailfern): Synonym includes Cochlidium minus (Jenman) Maxon
- Cochlidium rostratum (Hook.) Maxon ex C. Chr. (Beaked Snailfern)
Distribution and Habitat
- The Snail Fern is native to Africa from the equator southwards, found in countries like the DRC, Uganda, and Kenya.
- Cochlidium seminudum (Tree Snailfern) is noted for its presence and distribution, as documented by Discover Life.
- Species like Cochlidium jungens (Mountain Snailfern) inhabit specific environments.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- The Toothed Snailfern (Cochlidium serrulatum) is described as medium in size, reaching up to 45 cm in height. It maintains a green color throughout the year but is not evergreen.
- The Beaked Snailfern exhibits a rounded form and also reaches a medium size of around 45 cm in height.