Athyrium alpestre
(Hoppe) Clairv.
Alpina lady fern
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Description
A temperate fern species in the family Athyriaceae.
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Known Hazards
Ferns in this family may contain thiaminase, which can degrade vitamin B1 with prolonged consumption.
Distribution
It is a temperate plant.
Where It Grows
Europe, North America, Turkey, Türkiye,
Notes
It has anti-oxidant potential.
Synonyms
Aspidium alpestre HoppeAthyrium distentifolium Tausch ex Opiz
