A review of the genus <i>Stenochlaena</i> (Blechnaceae, subfamily Stenochlaenoideae)

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  • T. Carrick Chambers

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.7751/telopea2013004

Abstract

Stenochlaena is a small but widespread genus confined to the tropics and subtropics of the Old World. A key to the species, updated descriptions, distribution-maps, and detailed drawings are provided. Also included is a key to assist in separating several genera that are most often confused with Stenochlaena. There is morphological evidence suggesting that hybrids may exist between several species in Malesia.Although primarily a rainforest genus, the distribution patterns of the various species of Stenochlaena appear closely related to ecological requirements; the hemiepiphytic members of the genus are most frequently present along forest margins in relatively high light conditions with access to a moist soil or an aquatic environment but not necessarily to perpetually humid atmospheric conditions.

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2013-04-11

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