Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
haleakalae
ID:
1335122

Status:
valid

Authors:
K.R.Wood & W.L.Wagner

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 76: 116. 2017 [19 Jan 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347576

Common Names

  • Athyrium haleakalae
  • Haleakalae Athyrium
  • Haleakalae Lady Fern

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Description

Athyrium haleakalae (also called Haleakalae, among many other common names) is an evergreen shrub native to the Andes of Peru and Bolivia. It has small, oval leaves and white flowers. It is found in moist montane forests and grasslands at elevations of 2,000-3,000 m.

Uses & Benefits

Athyrium haleakalae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Athyrium haleakalae has white flowers with a diameter of 1-2 cm. The seeds are small, black and have a smooth surface. The seedlings have a rosette of basal leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Athyrium haleakalae can be propagated by division or by spores. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Spores should be collected in the summer and sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Athyrium haleakalae

Athyrium haleakalae is endemic to the Haleakala volcano on the island of Maui, Hawaii.

Athyrium haleakalae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Athyrium haleakalae?

Athyrium haleakalae

What is the common name of Athyrium haleakalae?

Haleakala fern

What is the natural habitat of Athyrium haleakalae?

Mountain forests

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

Warren Lambert Wagner (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.L.Wagner' in the authors string.
Kenneth Richard Wood (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.R.Wood' in the authors string.