Status:
valid
Authors:
Steph.
Source:
tro
Year:
1894
Citation Micro:
Bull. Soc. Roy. Bot. Belgique 32(2): 31
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001212692
Common Names
- Dendroceros borbonicus
- Borbonicus Dendroceros
- Borbonicus liverwort
Description
Dendroceros borbonicus (also called Bourbon Island Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a large, tree-like fern that grows in clumps and is found in moist habitats. It has a stout stem and large, feathery fronds. It is native to the Mascarene Islands and is found in moist forests and wet meadows.
Uses & Benefits
Dendroceros borbonicus has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also used as an antispasmodic and anti-inflammatory.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dendroceros borbonicus has small, yellow-green flowers with four petals and a single pistil. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Dendroceros borbonicus: This plant is propagated through division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil, in a shady location. The soil should be kept moist, but not soggy. Fertilize the plant with a balanced fertilizer every two months during the growing season. Prune the plant regularly to keep it compact and to encourage new growth. In colder climates, the rhizomes should be mulched in winter to protect them from frost.
Where to Find Dendroceros borbonicus
Dendroceros borbonicus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Dendroceros borbonicus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dendroceros borbonicus?
Dendroceros borbonicus
What is the common name of Dendroceros borbonicus?
Unknown
Where is Dendroceros borbonicus found?
Tropical America
Species in the Dendroceros genus
Dendroceros herasii,
Dendroceros paivae,
Dendroceros tubercularis,
Dendroceros cavernosus,
Dendroceros foliicola,
Dendroceros seramensis,
Dendroceros ogeramnangus,
Dendroceros japonicus,
Dendroceros javanicus,
Dendroceros crispus,
Dendroceros borbonicus,
Dendroceros adglutinatus,
Dendroceros muelleri,
Dendroceros pedunculatus,
Dendroceros rarus,
Dendroceros reticulus,
Dendroceros subdifficilis,
Dendroceros subplanus,
Dendroceros subtropicus,
Dendroceros tahitensis,
Dendroceros validus,
Dendroceros vesconianus,
Dendroceros wattsianus,
Dendroceros acutilobus,
Dendroceros africanus,
Dendroceros allionii,
Dendroceros australis,
Dendroceros breutelii,
Dendroceros cichoraceus,
Dendroceros crassicostatus,
Dendroceros crassinervis,
Dendroceros crispatus,
Dendroceros cucullatus,
Dendroceros difficilis,
Dendroceros exalatus,
Dendroceros gracilis,
Dendroceros granulatus,
Dendroceros humboldtensis,
Species in the Dendrocerotaceae family
Dendroceros herasii,
Dendroceros paivae,
Dendroceros tubercularis,
Dendroceros cavernosus,
Dendroceros foliicola,
Dendroceros seramensis,
Dendroceros ogeramnangus,
Dendroceros japonicus,
Dendroceros javanicus,
Dendroceros crispus,
Dendroceros borbonicus,
Dendroceros adglutinatus,
Dendroceros muelleri,
Dendroceros pedunculatus,
Dendroceros rarus,
Dendroceros reticulus,
Dendroceros subdifficilis,
Dendroceros subplanus,
Dendroceros subtropicus,
Dendroceros tahitensis,
Dendroceros validus,
Dendroceros vesconianus,
Dendroceros wattsianus,
Dendroceros acutilobus,
Dendroceros africanus,
Dendroceros allionii,
Dendroceros australis,
Dendroceros breutelii,
Dendroceros cichoraceus,
Dendroceros crassicostatus,
Dendroceros crassinervis,
Dendroceros crispatus,
Dendroceros cucullatus,
Dendroceros difficilis,
Dendroceros exalatus,
Dendroceros gracilis,
Dendroceros granulatus,
Dendroceros humboldtensis,
Megaceros flavens,
Megaceros flagellaris,
Megaceros pelludicus,
Megaceros gracilis,
Megaceros aneuriformis,
Megaceros austronesophilus,
Megaceros boliviensis,
Megaceros ciliatus,
Megaceros denticulatus,
Megaceros jamesonii,
Megaceros leptohymenius,
Megaceros tjibodensis,