Key Identification Features
- Description: This fern has two distinct types of fronds.
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How to Identify Onocleaceae
Onocleaceae is a plant family in the Plantae kingdom, order Polypodiales, class Polypodiopsida. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.
Representative Onocleaceae Species
Onoclea sensibilis L.
Onoclea sensibilis L.
Onoclea sensibilis, the bead fern, is a Northern Hemisphere fern with distinct f…
Matteuccia struthiopteris (L.) Tod.
Matteuccia struthiopteris (L.) Tod.
Matteuccia struthiopteris, commonly ostrich fern, is a large Northern Hemisphere…
Pentarhizidium orientale (Hook.) Hayata
Pentarhizidium orientale (Hook.) Hayata
Pentarhizidium orientale, the Oriental ostrich fern, is an East Asian/Himalayan …
Frequently Asked Questions
How do you identify Onocleaceae?
Onocleaceae plants belong to the Polypodiales order in the Plantae kingdom. Description: This fern has two distinct types of fronds. For instant identification, use the iNature app — AI-powered and works offline.
What are the key characteristics of Onocleaceae?
Onocleaceae is classified in the order Polypodiales, class Polypodiopsida, phylum Tracheophyta. The family contains 3 accepted species worldwide.
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