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Parasitic Tri-vein Fern
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Ferns

Parasitic Tri-vein Fern

Christella parasitica (L.) H.Lév.

Names

EnglishParasitic Tri-vein Fern
Dutch—
Spanish—
Chinese华南毛蕨
Scientific nameChristella parasitica (L.) H.Lév.

About this species

Christella parasitica is a species of fern in the Thelypteridaceae family. It is a widespread species found in many parts of the world. In Australia, this fern is recorded from Queensland, Norfolk Island and northern New South Wales. Chimpanzees in the Budongo Forest, Uganda have been observed self-medicating with Christella parasitica when they are injured.

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Classification

KingdomPlantae
PhylumTracheophyta
ClassPolypodiopsida
OrderPolypodiales
FamilyThelypteridaceae
GenusChristella

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