Status:
valid
Authors:
Seriz.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1980
Citation Micro:
J. Phytogeogr. Taxon. 28(1): 35. 1980
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001328372
Common Names
- Athyrium pseudospinescens
- False Spine Fern
- Mountain Lady Fern
- Spineless Lady Fern
Description
Athyrium pseudospinescens (also called Pseudospinescent lady fern, among many other common names) is a species of lady fern in the Athyriaceae family. It is an evergreen, perennial herb with a creeping rhizome and a frond that grows up to 30 cm tall. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan, and is found in moist, shady forests and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Athyrium pseudospinescens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to make baskets and other crafts.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Athyrium pseudospinescens has small, yellow-green flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Athyrium pseudospinescens is a slow-growing, evergreen fern that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division or by spore sowing.
Where to Find Athyrium pseudospinescens
Athyrium pseudospinescens can be found in Japan.
Athyrium pseudospinescens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Athyrium pseudospinescens?
Athyrium pseudospinescens
What is the common name of Athyrium pseudospinescens?
False spiny lady fern
What type of plant is Athyrium pseudospinescens?
Fern
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,