Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
semipinnatum
ID:
1267176

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) A.R.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Mem. New York Bot. Gard. 88: 121 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266514

Common Names

  • Asplenium Semipinnatum
  • Semipinnate Asplenium
  • Semipinnatum Asplenium

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Description

Asplenium semipinnatum (also called 'Semi-pinnate Spleenwort', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Aspleniaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Asplenium semipinnatum is used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties. It is also used to treat fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Asplenium semipinnatum has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplenium semipinnatum is a perennial fern that can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade and can be grown in a variety of soils. It is tolerant of drought and can be grown in full sun if given adequate moisture. It should be fertilized in spring and summer with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Asplenium semipinnatum

Asplenium semipinnatum is found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Asplenium semipinnatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplenium semipinnatum?

Asplenium semipinnatum

What is the common name of Asplenium semipinnatum?

Semipinnate Spleenwort

What is the natural habitat of Asplenium semipinnatum?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50222556: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Alan Reid Smith (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Sm.' in the authors string.