Dryopteris affinis subsp. cambrensis
Narrow male-fern
Dryopteris affinis subsp. cambrensis, commonly known as the Welsh wood fern, is a resilient perennial fern prized in traditional herbalism. Renowned for its lush, spreading fronds, this plant has historically been utilized for its potential anti-inflammatory and anthelmintic properties, offering a fascinating glimpse into botanical medicinal heritage.
- Scientific name: Dryopteris affinis subsp. cambrensis
- Family: Polypodiaceae
- Native range: Europe
Taxonomical Classification
This plant belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta and the class Equisetopsida. Under the subclass Polypodiinae and order Polypodiales, it is a member of the family Polypodiaceae. Finally, it is categorized under the genus Dryopteris as the subspecies cambrensis.
| Rank | Classification | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae | WCVP |
| Phylum | Streptophyta | WCVP |
| Class | Equisetopsida | WCVP |
| Subclass | Polypodiinae | WCVP |
| Order | Polypodiales | WCVP |
| Family | Polypodiaceae | WCVP |
| Genus | Dryopteris | WCVP |
Common Names
This plant, known by the common name Narrow Male-fern in English, is a subspecies of the fern species Dryopteris affinis.| Language | Common Name | Source |
|---|---|---|
| en | Narrow Male-fern | Wikidata |
Distribution
This plant exhibits a broad distribution across several key regions of the European continent. In Northern Europe, its presence is well-documented in Denmark, Norway, Great Britain, and Ireland. Moving southward, the species also extends into Middle Europe. Specifically, it can be found growing within the borders of Austria. Consequently, its range spans from the northern coastal reaches to the central mountain regions.
| Region | Area | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Europe | Denmark | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Great Britain | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Ireland | WCVP |
| Northern Europe | Norway | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Austria | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Belgium | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Czechia-Slovakia | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Germany | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Hungary | WCVP |
| Middle Europe | Switzerland | WCVP |