Status:
valid
Authors:
Sandwith
Source:
ildis
Year:
1927
Citation Micro:
Bull. Misc. Inform. Kew1927: 179 (1927)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000169566
Common Names
- Bird's Foot
- Bird's-foot
- Bird's-foot Trefoil
Description
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum (also called Ornithopod Anarthrophyllum, among many other common names) is a shrub species in the family Fabaceae. It is native to the Amazon rainforest. It grows in moist forests, wet forest edges, and disturbed areas.
Uses & Benefits
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum is a shrub that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in landscaping and is known for its attractive foliage and fragrant flowers. The plant has medicinal properties and is used to treat a variety of ailments including fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum is a fast-growing, evergreen shrub that can reach heights of up to 10 feet. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is by seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location in the spring. The seedlings should be transplanted when they reach a height of 6-8 inches.
Where to Find Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum?
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum
What is the common name of Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum?
Bird's Foot Fern
What type of plant is Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum?
Fern
Species in the Anarthrophyllum genus
Anarthrophyllum ornithopodum,
Anarthrophyllum patagonicum,
Anarthrophyllum subandinum,
Anarthrophyllum andicolum,
Anarthrophyllum desideratum,
Anarthrophyllum elegans,
Anarthrophyllum rigidum,
Anarthrophyllum gayanum,
Anarthrophyllum burkartii,
Anarthrophyllum andicola,
Anarthrophyllum cumingii,
Anarthrophyllum elegans,
Anarthrophyllum capitatum,
Anarthrophyllum catamarcense,
Anarthrophyllum macrophyllum,
Anarthrophyllum pedicellatum,
Anarthrophyllum strigulipetalum,
Species in the Fabaceae family