Fronds:
Green arching fronds in a circular
cluster of 5 or 6; 20 to 40 pairs of not opposite, undivided lance
shaped pinnae; pinnae have smooth margins, sharp pointed tips and
are reduced at base; fertile fronds are narrower, more erect and
have a longer stipe; rachis is pale green and slightly hairy beneath;
long sori, slightly curved run from midvein almost to margin; new
fronds produced during summer
Comments:
Creeping rhizome;
prefers continuous moisture and partial to full shade; fronds turn
brown with dry soil; spreads rapidly
