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Asplenium lamprophyllum

Latin name:
Asplenium lamprophyllum
Keywords:
fern, Asplenium

Similar to Asplenium bulbiferum but distinguished by creeping rhizomes and less divided fronds. Found in coastal and lowland forest areas from North Cape to King Country and Wanganui.

Grows well in damp shady conditions and gets to 20-25cm tall.