Adiantum venustum (Polypodiaceae) Evergreen fern

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Adiantum venustum
Evergreen fern
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The Adiantum venustum plant species is found in E. Asia - Himalayas. It is a member of the Polypodiaceae family.

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Latin Name:  Adiantum venustum
Family:  Polypodiaceae
Author:  Don.

Known Hazards:  Although we have found no reports of toxicity for this species, a number of ferns contain carcinogens so some caution is advisable[200]. Many ferns also contain thiaminase, an enzyme that robs the body of its vitamin B complex. In small quantities this enzyme will do no harm to people eating an adequate diet that is rich in vitamin B, though large quantities can cause severe health problems. The enzyme is destroyed by heat or thorough drying, so cooking the plant will remove the thiaminase[172].

Mature Height:  0.25   Mature Width:  0.3

Habitat:  Rock crevices and on forest slopes, 1700 - 2200 metres in Kashmir[145].

Cultivation Notes: Requires an abundance of moisture in the air and soil[1]. Prefers an alkaline soil[200]. Requires an acid soil in another report. Plants are quick to establish on peat banks or in rock crevices in light shade or, if the soil is not too dry, under trees[187]. A very ornamental plant, it is nearly hardy in sheltered places in Britain, though is more normally grown in a greenhouse[1]. Members of this genus are rarely if ever troubled by browsing deer[233].

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