Botrychium australe
Parsley fern
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Latin Name:  Botrychium australe
Synonyms:  B. cicutarium. B. ternatum. B. virginianum. non Swartz.
Common Name:  Parsley fern
Family:  Ophioglossaceae(Click to Search)
Author:  R. Br.
 
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].
 
Habitat:  Lowland to montane forest, usually along the edges of clearings[173]. Also found in grassland[44]. North, South and Chatham Islands.
Mature Height:  0.45
Habit:  Fern

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