Narrow strapfern (Campyloneurum angustifolium, Mém. Foug., 5. Gen. Filic.: 257 (1852))

Family: Polypodiaceae

Author: Fée

Bibliography: Mém. Foug., 5. Gen. Filic.: 257 (1852)

Year: 1852

Status: accepted

Rank: species

Genus: Campyloneurum

Vegetable: False

Observations: Trop. & Subtrop. America

Description

The Narrow strapfern, scientifically known as Campyloneurum angustifolium, is a fascinating member of the Polypodiaceae family. This unique fern was first described by the botanist Fée in the 1852 work “Mém. Foug., 5. Gen. Filic.: 257.”

The Narrow strapfern is native to Tropical and Subtropical regions of America, where it thrives in the warm, humid climates often associated with these areas. Its distinctive appearance, characterized by long, narrow fronds, makes it a striking addition to the diverse fern community of these regions.

This fern is particularly noted for its adaptability, being able to grow in a variety of habitats ranging from rainforests to more arid mountainous zones, provided there is adequate humidity. Its hardy nature and unique morphology allow it to occupy niches where other ferns might struggle to survive.

Botanists and plant enthusiasts appreciate the Narrow strapfern for its aesthetic appeal and its role in maintaining the ecological balance within its native habitats. The ongoing study of Campyloneurum angustifolium continues to reveal insights into the adaptability and resilience of fern species in varying environmental conditions.

Common Names

Eng: narrow strapfern, narrow-leaf strap fern
En: Narrow strapfern, Narrow-leaf strap fern

Synonyms

• Campyloneurum loreum (Fée)
• Marginaria angustifolia ((Sw.) C.Presl)
• Campyloneurum dimorphum (Fourn.)
• Polypodium angustifolium var. gramineum (Sodiro)
• Polypodium loreum (Kaulf.)
• Polypodium angustifolium var. latum (Mett.)
• Polypodium nitidulum (Kunze)
• Goniophlebium ensifolium (Brack.)
• Marginaria dimorpha (Link)
• Campyloneurum taeniosum (Fée)
• Campyloneurum angustifolium var. tenerum (Fée)
• Polypodium angustifolium (Sw.)
• Polypodium angustifolium var. taeniosum (Bonap.)
• Cyrtophlebium angustifolium ((Sw.) J.Sm.)
• Polypodium angustifolium var. squamulosum (Rosenst.)
• Polypodium taeniosum (Willd.)
• Polypodium leuconeuron var. angustifolium (Rosenst.)
• Goniophlebium angustifolium ((Sw.) Brack.)
• Marginaria taeniosa (C.Presl)
• Marginaria ensifolia (C.Presl)
• Campyloneurum angustifolium var. amphostemon (Farw.)
• Campyloneurum angustifolium var. taeniosum ((Fée) T.Moore)

Distribution

• Belize (native)
• Bolivia (native)
• Brazil North (native)
• Colombia (native)
• Costa Rica (native)
• Cuba (native)
• Dominican Republic (native)
• Ecuador (native)
• El Salvador (native)
• Florida (native)
• French Guiana (native)
• Galápagos (native)
• Guatemala (native)
• Guyana (native)
• Haiti (native)
• Honduras (native)
• Jamaica (native)
• Leeward Is. (native)
• Mexico Central (native)
• Mexico Gulf (native)
• Mexico Northeast (native)
• Mexico Northwest (native)
• Mexico Southeast (native)
• Mexico Southwest (native)
• Nicaragua (native)
• Peru (native)
• Puerto Rico (native)
• Suriname (native)
• Venezuela (native)

Additional Images

Leaf

Taken Apr 19, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 19, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 19, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 19, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 12, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)

Habit

Taken Dec 14, 2021 by William Coville (cc-by-sa)

Taken Apr 15, 2014 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Oct 22, 2014 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken May 28, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)

Taken Aug 12, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)

Fruit

Taken Aug 16, 2012 by OTS – Chaves-Fallas, José Miguel (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken May 28, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)

Taken May 28, 2022 by manuseitz (cc-by-sa)

Other

Taken Aug 16, 2012 by OTS – Chaves-Fallas, José Miguel (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Oct 22, 2014 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Oct 19, 2015 by OTS – Chaves-Fallas, José Miguel (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Oct 22, 2014 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Oct 22, 2014 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)

Bark

Taken Apr 15, 2014 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)

Taken Apr 15, 2014 by OTS – Oviedo-Brenes, Federico (cc-by-nc-sa)

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

© copyright of the Board of Trustees of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

Sources

• WFO (No URL)
• IPNI (No URL)
• GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7719550)
• POWO (http://powo.science.kew.org/taxon/urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17063000-1)
• PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Campyloneurum angustifolium (Sw.) Fée)

Specifications

Growth habit>: Forb/herb

Growth