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Annual Maidenhair |
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| Nomenclature |
Species name: |
Anogramma leptophylla (L.) Link |
Author(s): |
Carl von Linné;
Sweden, 1707-1778
Johann Heinrich Friedrich Link;
Germany, 1767-1851
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Synonyms: |
Gymnogramma leptophylla |
Common names: |
Annual Maidenhair, Jersey Fern |
Maltese names: |
Tursin ir-Riħ |
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Status: |
Native |
Name Derivation: | Anogramma = A Genus of ferns with few species belonging to the family Pteridaceae. The name is composed of two words 'Ano-' = above; upwards; '-gramma' = line or striped. Although its reference is not certain, it may refer linear grooves on the upper surface of the leaves. (Latin origin)
leptophylla = From 'lepto' = thin, slender; 'phylla' = leaves, hence thin leaves. (Greek origin) |
Remarks: |
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| Specifications & Description |
Life Cycle: | Annual |
Habitat: | Moist rocks and damp places. |
Frequency: | Undetermined |
Localities in Malta: | Uncommon. Sources include Wied Babu, Maqluba (Qrendi), Wied Qirda and Wied il-Ghasel. |
Plant Height: | Up to 20cm. |
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Poison: | Data not available |
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