Parablechnum procerum
(G. Forst.) C. Presl.
Small kiokio
Blechnaceae Edible: Leaves
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Summary
Source: WikipediaParablechnum procerum, synonym Blechnum procerum, commonly known as mountain kiokio or small kiokio, is a species of fern found in New Zealand. It is found from lowland to alpine areas among forest, scrub and tussock. P. procerum usually grows to a height of between 30 and 50 cm.
Description
A tropical fern in the Blechnaceae family, growing 30-50 cm tall with edible leaves.
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Edible Uses
The leaves are eaten.
Distribution
It is a tropical plant.
Where It Grows
New Zealand, Pacific, Vanuatu,
Synonyms
Blechnum procerum (G. Forst.) Sw.and others
References (1)
- Lebot, V. & Sam, C., Green desert or ‘all you can eat’? How diverse and edible was the flora of Vanuatu before human introductions?. Terra australis 52 p 410 (As Blechnum procerum)
