Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
apogama
ID:
1115175

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cranfill

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001114513

Common Names

  • Woodwardia apogama
  • Apogamous Chain Fern
  • Apogamous Woodwardia

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Description

Woodwardia apogama (also called Apogamous Woodwardia, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to the southeastern United States and northern Mexico. It is an evergreen fern, growing in moist, shady areas. It has a creeping rhizome and grows to about 1 m tall.

Uses & Benefits

Woodwardia apogama is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping. It is drought tolerant and can be used to create a natural privacy screen or to provide shade. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a cut flower.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Woodwardia apogama has small, yellowish-green flowers. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Woodwardia apogama is a species of fern in the family Blechnaceae. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America. It is an evergreen fern, growing up to 1 m tall. It prefers moist, shady conditions and is tolerant of a wide range of soils. Propagation is by division or spores. Spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Woodwardia apogama

Woodwardia apogama can be found in the temperate regions of North America, Europe, and Asia.

Species in the Blechnaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26608936: Based on the initial data import
Raimond Cranfill: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cranfill' in the authors string.