Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
tenuiculum
ID:
160981

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rosenst.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1909

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 7: 146 (1909)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160310

Common Names

  • Spleenwort
  • Common Spleenwort
  • Slender Spleenwort

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Description

Asplenium tenuiculum (also called 'Slender Spleenwort', among many other common names) is a fern species native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on trees and other plants, and is found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Asplenium tenuiculum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is often grown in rock gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas, and can be used to create a naturalistic look in a garden.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asplenium tenuiculum is small and green. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplenium tenuiculum is a fern that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It is an evergreen plant that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in partial shade and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks.

Where to Find Asplenium tenuiculum

Asplenium tenuiculum can be found in the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia.

Asplenium tenuiculum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplenium tenuiculum?

Asplenium tenuiculum

What is the natural habitat of Asplenium tenuiculum?

Forests, grasslands, and rocky areas

What are the common names of Asplenium tenuiculum?

Slender spleenwort, slender fern

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,