Parapolystichum acuminatum, synonym Lastreopsis acuminata, is a small plant found in eastern Australia.

Common names include creeping shield fern, glossy shield fern and shiny shield fern.

It is a widespread fern, often seen in wet eucalyptus forest or rainforest, usually near streams.

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