Stenochlaena palustris
Stenochlaena palustris is a common fern in tropical Asia. The long creeping rhizomes climb several meters into trees or in some cases form thickets. A nectary develops at the base of each pinna. These attract a variety of ants. Like other Blechnaceae, the young leaves...
Hi Michael,
The adaxial surface of the segments looks convex, which doesn’t fit with Gleichenia microphylla from Australia (type locality) or NZ. But, unfortunately, I don’t know enough about Gleichenia outside Australasia to offer an alternative.
Leon, that is very interesting. Thanks for pointing that out! If I make progress on this I will let you know.