Adiantum trapeziforme L., Sp. Pl. 2: 1097 1097 1753. (syn: Adiantum pentadactylon Langsd. & Fisch.; Adiantum trapeziforme var. oblongatum T. Moore; Adiantum trapeziforme var. plumieri T. Moore);
Fern for ID : 100811 : AK-3: Taken at Gangajal Nursery, Nasik on 16/9/09.
An ornamental fern, potted plant. Cultivated. Yes, the large leaf adaintum, called Kalo hansraj in Gujarati...
and just like th esmall leaf kalo hansraj, this adiantum is also good for the hair... Kwath made (tea for the english minded :) ) from an handful of twigs and leaves will give the hair a shine like no other wash... and good for what ails it.. Refrences:
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