Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Sánchez & L.Regalado
Source:
ipni
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Revista Jard. Bot. Nac. Univ. Habana 22(1): 15 (2001) (2001)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000156998
Common Names
- Asplenium lellingerianum
- Lellinger's Spleenwort
- Lellinger's Fern
Description
Asplenium lellingerianum (also called 'Lellinger's spleenwort', among many other common names) is a perennial fern with lance-shaped fronds. It is native to tropical regions of Central and South America and is typically found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Asplenium lellingerianum is a popular ornamental plant, often grown for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can also be used as a ground cover, and its leaves can be used to add color to a garden or landscape.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asplenium lellingerianum is a small, greenish-white flower. The seed is a small, black, flattened bean-like seed. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asplenium lellingerianum can be propagated by division. The plant should be divided in the spring and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers partial shade and regular watering.
Where to Find Asplenium lellingerianum
Asplenium lellingerianum is native to the Caribbean region, including the Bahamas, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Puerto Rico, and the Virgin Islands.
Asplenium lellingerianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asplenium lellingerianum?
Asplenium lellingerianum
What is the common name of Asplenium lellingerianum?
Lellinger's spleenwort
What is the natural habitat of Asplenium lellingerianum?
It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America
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
Ledis Regalado: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.Regalado' in the authors string.