Status:
valid
Authors:
Wherry
Source:
ipni
Year:
1925
Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 15: 49 (1925)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160940
Common Names
- Trudel's Spleenwort
- Asplenium trudelii
- Trudel's Fern
Description
Asplenium trudelii (also called 'Trudel's Spleenwort', among many other common names) is a fern with delicate, fan-shaped fronds. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist forests, along streams, and in shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Asplenium trudelii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties. The leaves are used to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Asplenium trudelii is small and green, with three petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are short and slender.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asplenium trudelii can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.
Where to Find Asplenium trudelii
Asplenium trudelii can be found in the Eastern United States.
Asplenium trudelii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asplenium trudelii?
Asplenium trudelii
What is the common name of Asplenium trudelii?
Trudel's Spleenwort
What is the natural habitat of Asplenium trudelii?
It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
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,