Marattiaceae This is a primitive family. They are large ferns.The sporangia are near the ends of the veins and split lengthways. |
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Marattia salicina "King fern" Found in the upper North Island and Taranaki in heavy bush. It can often be seen in parks and botanical gardens. |
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This image shows the distinctive sporangia with the lengthways split. |
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