Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
schelpei
ID:
159605

Status:
valid

Authors:
Braithwaite

Source:
ipni

Year:
1972

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 38: 2 (1972)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158934

Common Names

  • Schellpe's Spleenwort
  • Spleenwort
  • Asplenium Fern

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Description

Asplenium schelpei (also called Schelpe Asplenium, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern that grows up to 60 cm tall. It is native to the tropical rainforest of South America. It prefers moist, humid environments and is often found in lowland rainforest.

Uses & Benefits

Asplenium schelpei is an evergreen fern that is native to the Caribbean. It is a popular ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes for its attractive foliage and its ability to tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. It is also used as a ground cover and can be used to create a lush, green backdrop for other plants.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asplenium schelpei has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, dark-brown, and oval-shaped. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a hairy texture.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplenium schelpei is a species of fern in the family Aspleniaceae. It is native to Colombia and Venezuela. It can be propagated by spores or division. Spores should be sown on a moist potting mix and kept moist. Division can be done by carefully separating the rhizomes and replanting in a moist potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the plants should establish quickly.

Where to Find Asplenium schelpei

Asplenium schelpei is native to the Mediterranean region.

Asplenium schelpei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplenium schelpei?

Asplenium schelpei

What type of plant is Asplenium schelpei?

A fern

Where is Asplenium schelpei native to?

New Zealand

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,