Dicranopteris curranii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Gleicheniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
curranii
ID:
1255227
Status:
valid
Authors:
Copel.
Source:
tro
Year:
1952
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 81: 4 (1952)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254565
Common Names
- Dicranopteris curranii
- Curranii Dicranopteris
- Dicranopteris Curranii
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dicranopteris curranii (also called Curran's 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 curranii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Dicranopteris curranii 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 curranii 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 curranii
Dicranopteris curranii is native to the rainforests of South America.
Dicranopteris curranii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Dicranopteris curranii?
Dicranopteris curranii
What is the common name of Dicranopteris curranii?
Curran's Fork Fern
What is the natural habitat of Dicranopteris curranii?
Dicranopteris curranii 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
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17387890-1: Based on the initial data import