Dendroconche scandens

Dendroconche scandens, synonym Microsorum scandens,[1] commonly called fragrant fern, is a species of fern[2] within the family Polypodiaceae.

[1] An example occurrence in New Zealand's North Island is in the Hamilton Ecological District where it is associated with a number of other ferns including Icarus filiforme and Lomaria discolor.

[3] In general, it is found in lowland and coastal forested regions.

[4] It is a climbing fern, with thin stems (2–4 mm in diameter).

The sori (spore clusters) are dome-like, small, and brownish in colour.