Dicranopteris clemensiae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Gleicheniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
clemensiae
ID:
1255228
Status:
valid
Authors:
Holttum
Source:
tro
Year:
1957
Citation Micro:
Reinwardtia 4: 275. 1957. (1957)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254566
Common Names
- Dicranopteris clemensiae
- Clemensiae Dicranopteris
- Dicranopteris Clemensiae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dicranopteris clemensiae (also called Clemens' dicranopteris, among many other common names) is a fern with lacy, compound leaves and small, spore-bearing structures. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Dicranopteris clemensiae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dicranopteris clemensiae are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with a single pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dicranopteris clemensiae is a fern that can be propagated through division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and can tolerate full sun if kept moist. It is hardy in USDA zones 8-11.
Where to Find Dicranopteris clemensiae
Dicranopteris clemensiae is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Dicranopteris clemensiae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicranopteris clemensiae?
Dicranopteris clemensiae
What is the common name of Dicranopteris clemensiae?
Clemens' Fork Fern
What is the natural habitat of Dicranopteris clemensiae?
Dicranopteris clemensiae is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Species in the Dicranopteris genus
Dicranopteris elegantula, Dicranopteris lanigera, Dicranopteris nepalensis, Dicranopteris pubigera, Dicranopteris weatherbyi, Dicranopteris linearis, Dicranopteris flexuosa, Dicranopteris nervosa, Dicranopteris pedata, Dicranopteris cadetii, Dicranopteris speciosa, Dicranopteris seramensis, Dicranopteris schomburgkiana, Dicranopteris taiwanensis, Dicranopteris splendida, Dicranopteris subpectinata, Dicranopteris curranii, Dicranopteris clemensiae, Dicranopteris seminuda,
Species in the Gleicheniaceae family
Dicranopteris elegantula, Dicranopteris lanigera, Dicranopteris nepalensis, Dicranopteris pubigera, Dicranopteris weatherbyi, Dicranopteris linearis, Dicranopteris flexuosa, Dicranopteris nervosa, Dicranopteris pedata, Dicranopteris cadetii, Dicranopteris speciosa, Dicranopteris seramensis, Dicranopteris schomburgkiana, Dicranopteris taiwanensis, Dicranopteris splendida, Dicranopteris subpectinata, Dicranopteris curranii, Dicranopteris clemensiae, Dicranopteris seminuda, Diplopterygium brevipinnulum, Diplopterygium bullatum, Diplopterygium cantonense, Diplopterygium sordidum, Diplopterygium glaucum, Diplopterygium bancroftii, Diplopterygium blotianum, Diplopterygium cantonensis, Diplopterygium conversum, Diplopterygium elmeri, Diplopterygium giganteum, Diplopterygium laevissimum, Diplopterygium longissimum, Diplopterygium norrisii, Diplopterygium pinnatum, Diplopterygium volubile, Diplopterygium chinensis, Diplopterygium irregulare, Diplopterygium rufum, Diplopterygium glaucoides, Diplopterygium angustilobum, Diplopterygium clemensiae, Diplopterygium deflexum, Gleichenella pectinata, Gleichenia abscida, Gleichenia mendellii, Gleichenia punctulata, Gleichenia polypodioides, Gleichenia owhyhensis, Gleichenia litoralis, Gleichenia boryi,
References
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17387860-1: Based on the initial data import