Goniophlebium amoenum (Wall ex Mett.) J. Sm.

Family : Polypodiaceae

Local name : nd

Epiphytes; rhizome long creeping, covered by scales; lamina simple, deeply pinnatifid, ovate, terminating in a lanceolate, acuminate, subentire segment similar to lateral ones; lateral segments numerous, alternate or opposite; sori large; spores oval to bean-shaped, hyaline, yellow.

Distribution : Common, on tree trunks and humus rich shady slopes inside forest

Uses :  Rhizome used in rheumatism and to stop haemorrhage.

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