Quercus

False Maiden-fern

Macrothelypteris torresiana

Not native to South Carolina

Ecological relationships

Who uses this plant?

—CaterpillarsGenus host records with ranges including SC
—BeesSoutheastern regional records
—Specialist beesPollen specialists
—BirdsRecorded genus food-resource interactions; not a state feeding claim
Growing and identification

Plant details

Family
Thelypteridaceae

Safety has not been reviewed for this plant; check toxicity and thorns before planting.

Growing sources and scope
Also known as

False Maiden fern; Mariana Maiden Fern; Sword Fern

Conservation status

South Carolina rankNot available
Global rankG5
SC statusNot verified
Federal statusNot verified

Conservation source Global and federal source

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