Davallia fejeensis is a species of epiphytic fern in the family Davalliaceae, commonly referred to as rabbit's foot fern.[1] They are best known for their furry, brown and yellow rhizomes, which resemble rabbit's feet.[2]
| Davallia fejeensis | |
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| Davallia fejeensis 'Major' | |
Scientific classification 
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| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Clade: | Tracheophytes |
| Division: | Polypodiophyta |
| Class: | Polypodiopsida |
| Order: | Polypodiales |
| Suborder: | Polypodiineae |
| Family: | Davalliaceae |
| Genus: | Davallia |
| Species: | D. fejeensis
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| Binomial name | |
| Davallia fejeensis | |
It is native to the Fiji Islands in Oceania. They survive from approximately 60-75°F (15-24°C) and cannot survive below 55°F (13°C).[3] Their fronds can grow up to 2 feet (61 centimeters) in height.[1]
See also
editPhlebodium aureum, sometimes also referred to as "hare-foot fern."
References
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