Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rusby) Wassh. & J.R.I.Wood
Source:
tro
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 116(2): 269. 2003 [11 Aug. 2003]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274689
Common Names
- Suessenguthia multisetosa
- Multisetosa Suessenguthia
- Multisetos Suessenguthia
Description
Suessenguthia multisetosa (also called Multisetosa Suessenguthia, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Suessenguthia multisetosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Suessenguthia multisetosa has small yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Suessenguthia multisetosa is a hardy, evergreen fern that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate and cultivate, and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by division or by spores.
Where to Find Suessenguthia multisetosa
Suessenguthia multisetosa is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Suessenguthia multisetosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Suessenguthia multisetosa?
Suessenguthia multisetosa
What is the common name of Suessenguthia multisetosa?
Multisetosa Suessenguthia
What is the natural habitat of Suessenguthia multisetosa?
Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia
Species in the Suessenguthia genus
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Acanthopale laxiflora,
Acanthopale madagascariensis,
Acanthopale pubescens,
Acanthopale aethiogermanica,
Acanthopale breviceps,
Acanthopale cuneifolia,
Acanthopale ramiflora,
Acanthopale perrieri,
Acanthopale humblotii,
Acanthopsis carduifolia,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis glauca,
Acanthopsis hoffmannseggiana,
Acanthopsis horrida,
Acanthopsis scullyi,
Acanthopsis spathularis,
Acanthopsis disperma,
Acanthopsis tuba,
Acanthopsis ludoviciana,
Acanthopsis adamanticola,
Acanthopsis dispermoides,
Acanthopsis erosa,
Acanthopsis dregeana,
Acanthopsis tetragona,
Acanthopsis glandulopalmata,
Acanthopsis insueta,
Acanthopsis nitida,
Acanthopsis pagodiformis,
Acanthopsis glabra,
Acanthopsis villosa,
Acanthus austromontanus,
Acanthus greuterianus,
Acanthus kulalensis,
Acanthus arboreus,
Acanthus carduaceus,
Acanthus caroli-alexandri,
Acanthus caudatus,
Acanthus dioscoridis,
Acanthus ebracteatus,
Acanthus eminens,
Acanthus flexicaulis,
Acanthus gaed,
Acanthus guineensis,
Acanthus hirsutus,
Acanthus hungaricus,
Acanthus ilicifolius,
Acanthus latisepalus,