Maile-scented Fern, Laua'e, Phymatosorus grossus

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Updated 10/15/2023

Family Polypodiaceae

HAWAII - NATURALIZED

Phymatosorus grossus



Ho'omaluhia BG, Kaneohe, Oahu


Hakalau, Hawai'i

MAILE-SCENTED FERN LAUA'E

Escape from cultivation abundant in mesic & wet valleys & lowlands. Glossy fronds have a vanilla-like scent, veins indistinct, rhizomes lack golden hair. Contrary to popular belief this species is not native to Hawaii. Native to Tropical Asia. Similar to the Rabbit's-foot Fern. Formerly known as Microsorum scolopendria.