Asplenium ascensionis
Asplenium ascensionis is a species of fern in the family Aspleniaceae that is endemic to Ascension Island. Its natural habitats are receding due to introduced vegetation. It is threatened by habitat loss.
| Asplenium ascensionis | |
|---|---|
| Scientific classification | |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Division: | Polypodiophyta |
| Class: | Polypodiopsida |
| Order: | Polypodiales |
| Suborder: | Aspleniineae |
| Family: | Aspleniaceae |
| Genus: | Asplenium |
| Species: | A. ascensionis |
| Binomial name | |
| Asplenium ascensionis | |
Distribution and habitat
A. ascensionis is endemic to central Ascension Island in the South Atlantic Ocean, where it grows on Green Mountain and the surrounding areas at altitudes of 430–770 m (1,410–2,530 ft) above sea level.[1][2]
Description
A. ascensionis is a small fern with a creeping habit.[2] The fronds measure 3–6 in (76–152 mm) long with 15-25 irregularly-shaped pinnae on each side.[3]
References
Wikispecies has information related to Asplenium ascensionis.
- Lambdon, P.W.; Stroud, S.; Gray, A.; Niissalo, M.; Renshaw, O. (2012). "Asplenium ascensionis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2012: e.T43918A2989782. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2012-1.RLTS.T43918A2989782.en. Retrieved 16 November 2021.
- Ascension Island Government (2015). "Asplenium ascensionis species action plan" (PDF). Ascension Island Government Conservation Department. Archived (PDF) from the original on 18 September 2021. Retrieved 31 May 2024.
- Watson, Sereno (1891). "Contributions to American Botany". Proceedings of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. 26: 163. ISSN 0199-9818. LCCN sf86003040 – via Biodiversity Heritage Library.
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