Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
appendiculiferum
ID:
1317546

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alderw.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg ser. 2, 16: 3. 1914 [Jul 1914]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001330000

Common Names

  • Athyrium Appendiculiferum
  • Appendiculiferum's Athyrium
  • Appendiculiferum Athyrium

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Description

Athyrium appendiculiferum (also called Appendiculiferum Athyrium, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, where it grows in wet mountain forests. It is a terrestrial fern with fronds up to 60 cm long, and the leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Athyrium appendiculiferum is a medicinal plant that is used to treat various ailments, such as fever, colds, and digestive problems. It is also used as an ornamental plant, as it has attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Athyrium appendiculiferum has white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a long stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athyrium appendiculiferum can be propagated by division or by cuttings. Divisions should be taken from healthy plants and planted in a well-draining potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from healthy stems and placed in a rooting hormone before being planted in a well-draining potting mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Athyrium appendiculiferum

Athyrium appendiculiferum is native to the Caucasus region, including parts of Georgia, Azerbaijan, and Russia.

Athyrium appendiculiferum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athyrium appendiculiferum?

Athyrium appendiculiferum

What is the common name of Athyrium appendiculiferum?

Appendiculate Lady Fern

What is the family of Athyrium appendiculiferum?

Dryopteridaceae

Species in the Athyriaceae family

Athyrium ikutae, Athyrium masayukianum, Athyrium megayakusimense, Athyrium mentiens, Athyrium pseudospinescens, Athyrium pseudowardii, Athyrium pseudopinetorum, Athyrium appendiculiferum, Athyrium reichsteinii, Athyrium haleakalae, Athyrium sessilipinnum, Deparia angustata, Deparia bonincola, Deparia confluens, Deparia gordonii, Deparia kaalaana, Deparia kiyozumiana, Deparia longipes, Deparia marginalis, Deparia otomasui, Deparia prolifera, Deparia tenuifolia, Deparia timetensis, Deparia birii, Deparia nakaikeana, Deparia subsimilis, Deparia forsythii-majoris, Deparia formosana, Deparia heterophlebia, Deparia yunnanensis, Deparia hainanensis, Deparia lancea, Deparia tomitaroana, Deparia lobato-crenata, Deparia acrostichoides, Deparia petersenii, Deparia conilii, Deparia henryi, Deparia japonica, Deparia pterorachis, Deparia pycnosora, Deparia okuboana, Deparia viridifrons, Deparia allantodioides, Deparia boryana, Deparia unifurcata, Deparia biserialis, Deparia marojejyensis, Deparia dimorphophylla, Deparia coreana,

References

Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.