DB02-01 Polystichum setiferum (Forssk.) T. Moore ex Woyn.

Family Dryopteridaceae
Genus Polystichum
Species setiferum
Author (Forssk.) T. Moore ex Woyn.
Use Medicinal: root used to expel worms and cure constipation (Roma people). Traditionally used as fuel, bedding and compost. European folklore suggests that burning of ferns encourages rain
Collector Debra Branker
Number DB02-01
Date 10/03/2002
Location Bike path between the eastern boundary of UKC Campus, and the school of English language for Japanese students
Common name/s Soft shield fern