Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
cyrnosardoum
ID:
155039

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rasback, Vida & Reichst.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1981

Citation Micro:
Bot. Helv. 91: 114 (1981)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000154368

Common Names

  • Cyrnosardoum Spleenwort
  • Cretan Spleenwort
  • Greek Spleenwort

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Description

Asplenium cyrnosardoum (also called Sardinian spleenwort, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Aspleniaceae. It is a small, evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are 10–30 cm long. It is native to Japan and grows in moist, shady places in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Asplenium cyrnosardoum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make paper and as a source of fiber for weaving.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Asplenium cyrnosardoum are small and greenish-yellow in color. They are borne in terminal clusters and have six tepals. Seed: The seeds of Asplenium cyrnosardoum are small and round, with a diameter of about 1 mm. They are dark brown in color and have a smooth surface. Seedlings: The seedlings of Asplenium cyrnosardoum are small and have a single, upright stem. The leaves are simple and have a lanceolate shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplenium cyrnosardoum is a fern native to Japan. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from spores or by division. The spores should be sown in a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two fronds on each section. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-drained soil and kept in a shady location.

Where to Find Asplenium cyrnosardoum

Asplenium cyrnosardoum can be found in the Mediterranean region and in the Middle East.

Asplenium cyrnosardoum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplenium cyrnosardoum?

Asplenium cyrnosardoum

What type of plant is Asplenium cyrnosardoum?

Fern

What is the common name of Asplenium cyrnosardoum?

Cyrnosardoum Spleenwort

Species in the Asplenium genus

Asplenium acostae, Asplenium acrobryum, Asplenium aegaeum, Asplenium aequibasis, Asplenium akaishiense, Asplenium albersii, Asplenium alvarezense, Asplenium amaurolobum, Asplenium amboinense, Asplenium amoenum, Asplenium aneitense, Asplenium anguifrons, Asplenium anguineum, Asplenium apoense, Asplenium aran-tohanum, Asplenium araucarieti, Asplenium artanense, Asplenium ascensionis, Asplenium athertonense, Asplenium atrovirens, Asplenium atuntzeense, Asplenium austrobrasiliense, Asplenium badense, Asplenium barrancense, Asplenium batuense, Asplenium bavaricum, Asplenium bechereri, Asplenium beckeri, Asplenium belloides, Asplenium bicarinatum, Asplenium bicentenniale, Asplenium bipinnatifidum, Asplenium borneense, Asplenium bouharmontii, Asplenium bourgaei, Asplenium brachycarpum, Asplenium bradeanum, Asplenium brissaginense, Asplenium bugoiense, Asplenium burundense, Asplenium capitisyork, Asplenium carinatum, Asplenium cariocanum, Asplenium carnarvonense, Asplenium carruthersii, Asplenium celtibericum, Asplenium centovallense, Asplenium centrafricanum, Asplenium cesatianum, Asplenium chasmophilum,

Species in the Aspleniaceae family

Asplenicystopteris blindii, Asplenium acostae, Asplenium acrobryum, Asplenium aegaeum, Asplenium aequibasis, Asplenium akaishiense, Asplenium albersii, Asplenium alvarezense, Asplenium amaurolobum, Asplenium amboinense, Asplenium amoenum, Asplenium aneitense, Asplenium anguifrons, Asplenium anguineum, Asplenium apoense, Asplenium aran-tohanum, Asplenium araucarieti, Asplenium artanense, Asplenium ascensionis, Asplenium athertonense, Asplenium atrovirens, Asplenium atuntzeense, Asplenium austrobrasiliense, Asplenium badense, Asplenium barrancense, Asplenium batuense, Asplenium bavaricum, Asplenium bechereri, Asplenium beckeri, Asplenium belloides, Asplenium bicarinatum, Asplenium bicentenniale, Asplenium bipinnatifidum, Asplenium borneense, Asplenium bouharmontii, Asplenium bourgaei, Asplenium brachycarpum, Asplenium bradeanum, Asplenium brissaginense, Asplenium bugoiense, Asplenium burundense, Asplenium capitisyork, Asplenium carinatum, Asplenium cariocanum, Asplenium carnarvonense, Asplenium carruthersii, Asplenium celtibericum, Asplenium centovallense, Asplenium centrafricanum, Asplenium cesatianum,

References

Tadeusz Reichstein (1897-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Reichst.' in the authors string.
Gábor Vida (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Vida' in the authors string.