Status:
valid
Authors:
Becc.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1914
Citation Micro:
Webbia 4: 261 (1914)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000946360
Common Names
- Drymophloeus whitmeeanus
- Whitmee's Drymophloeus
- Whitmee's Narrow-Leaf Drymophloeus
Description
Drymophloeus whitmeeanus (also called African fern-leaf, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to tropical Africa. It has a creeping rhizome and is found in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and riverbanks.
Uses & Benefits
Drymophloeus whitmeeanus has been used for timber, fuel, and as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Drymophloeus whitmeeanus has small, white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Drymophloeus whitmeeanus can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Drymophloeus whitmeeanus
Drymophloeus whitmeeanus is native to the island of New Guinea.
Species in the Drymophloeus genus
Species in the Arecaceae family
Acanthophoenix crinita,
Acanthophoenix rubra,
Acanthophoenix rousselii,
Acoelorraphe wrightii,
Acrocomia aculeata,
Acrocomia crispa,
Acrocomia hassleri,
Acrocomia intumescens,
Acrocomia totai,
Acrocomia emensis,
Acrocomia glaucescens,
Acrocomia corumbaensi,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Actinorhytis calapparia,
Adonidia merrillii,
Adonidia dransfieldii,
Aiphanes graminifolia,
Aiphanes bicornis,
Aiphanes buenaventurae,
Aiphanes multiplex,
Aiphanes acaulis,
Aiphanes chiribogensis,
Aiphanes concinna,
Aiphanes deltoidea,
Aiphanes duquei,
Aiphanes eggersii,
Aiphanes erinacea,
Aiphanes gelatinosa,
Aiphanes grandis,
Aiphanes hirsuta,
Aiphanes horrida,
Aiphanes killipii,
Aiphanes leiostachys,
Aiphanes lindeniana,
Aiphanes linearis,
Aiphanes macroloba,
Aiphanes minima,
Aiphanes parvifolia,
Aiphanes pilaris,
Aiphanes simplex,
Aiphanes spicata,
Aiphanes tricuspidata,
Aiphanes truncata,
Aiphanes ulei,
Aiphanes verrucosa,
Aiphanes weberbaueri,
Aiphanes argos,
Aiphanes tatama,
Aiphanes gloria,
Aiphanes decipiens,