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pendant kihifern

Scientific Name: Adenophorus periens

Family: Grammitidaceae

Category: Fern

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names:

       

Pendant Kihi Fern (Adenophorus periens)

The Pendant Kihi Fern, scientifically known as Adenophorus periens, is a rare fern species.

Considerations for Pets

  • As an epiphytic fern, it is commonly grown in a hanging basket which may or may not be accessible to pets.

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Adenophorus periens L.E. Bishop
  • Common Name: Pendant Kihi Fern
  • Family:
    • Grammitidaceae (also referred to as Grammitis)
    • Polypodiaceae (common ferns, licorice ferns)
  • Genus: Adenophorus Gaudich. (kihifern)
  • Rank: Species
  • Synonyms: -

Distribution and Habitat

  • Endemic to Hawaii.
  • Habitat: 'Ohi'a/hapu'u forests.
  • Native to the U.S. (United States).

Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits

  • Small, pendant, epiphytic fern.
  • Growth Habit: Forb/herb.
  • Duration: Perennial.

Ecological Role

  • Identified as an endangered species and listed as such on November 10, 1994.

Related Information

  • The Pendant Kihi Fern (Adenophorus periens) is a non-woody plant that is not a grass.

Further Resources

  • BISON Web Link: http://bison.usgs.ornl.gov/api/scientificName/Adenophorus%20periens
  • ITIS Web Link (resource mentioned, URL not fully provided in the original text)
  • Discover Life: Discover Life’s page about the biology, natural history, ecology, identification, and distribution of Adenophorus periens.
  • USDA resources.