Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mett.) Perrie & L.D.Sheph.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 52: 313 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001341055
Common Names
- Odontosoria alutacea
- Alutaceous Odontosoria
- Odontosoria
Description
Odontosoria alutacea (also called Odontosoria alutacea, among many other common names) is a species of plant native to Japan. It has small, white flowers with yellow centers. It grows in humid and shady forests and is found in the regions of Honshu and Shikoku.
Uses & Benefits
Odontosoria alutacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Odontosoria alutacea has small, white, star-shaped flowers. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Odontosoria alutacea is an herbaceous perennial that grows in moist, shady habitats. It should be grown in a well-draining soil mix and in partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Propagation is done through division of the root crown.
Where to Find Odontosoria alutacea
Odontosoria alutacea is native to Ecuador and can be found in the Andes Mountains.
Odontosoria alutacea FAQ
What is the optimal temperature for Odontosoria alutacea?
Odontosoria alutacea prefers temperatures between 18-24°C.
What type of soil is best for Odontosoria alutacea?
Odontosoria alutacea prefers a well-draining, chunky, and slightly acidic soil.
How much light does Odontosoria alutacea need?
Odontosoria alutacea prefers bright, indirect light.
Species in the Odontosoria genus
Odontosoria afra,
Odontosoria colombiana,
Odontosoria deltoidea,
Odontosoria flexuosa,
Odontosoria reyesii,
Odontosoria veitchii,
Odontosoria quadripinnata,
Odontosoria krameri,
Odontosoria flabellifolia,
Odontosoria aculeata,
Odontosoria odontolabia,
Odontosoria melleri,
Odontosoria guatemalensis,
Odontosoria schlechtendalii,
Odontosoria chinensis,
Odontosoria gymnogrammoides,
Odontosoria africana,
Odontosoria biflora,
Odontosoria jenmanii,
Odontosoria fumarioides,
Odontosoria retusa,
Odontosoria wrightiana,
Odontosoria scandens,
Odontosoria minutula,
Odontosoria yaeyamensis,
Odontosoria intermedia,
Odontosoria alutacea,
Odontosoria madagascariensis,
Odontosoria humbertii,
Odontosoria goudotiana,
Species in the Lindsaeaceae family
Lindsaea agatii,
Lindsaea chrysolepis,
Lindsaea falciformis,
Lindsaea francii,
Lindsaea hainaniana,
Lindsaea imrayana,
Lindsaea interrupta,
Lindsaea jarrettiana,
Lindsaea kalimantanensis,
Lindsaea lherminieri,
Lindsaea malabarica,
Lindsaea paralellogramma,
Lindsaea pseudohemiptera,
Lindsaea pumila,
Lindsaea salomonis,
Lindsaea schizophylla,
Lindsaea societatis,
Lindsaea venusta,
Lindsaea vieillardii,
Lindsaea coursii,
Lindsaea humbertii,
Lindsaea digitata,
Lindsaea merrillii,
Lindsaea plicata,
Lindsaea cultrata,
Lindsaea goudotiana,
Lindsaea ensifolia,
Lindsaea heterophylla,
Lindsaea oxyphylla,
Lindsaea orbiculata,
Lindsaea leptophylla,
Lindsaea lancea,
Lindsaea portoricensis,
Lindsaea quadrangularis,
Lindsaea stricta,
Lindsaea javanensis,
Lindsaea arcuata,
Lindsaea spruceana,
Lindsaea divaricata,
Lindsaea guianensis,
Lindsaea schomburgkii,
Lindsaea falcata,
Lindsaea latifrons,
Lindsaea hemiglossa,
Lindsaea feei,
Lindsaea taeniata,
Lindsaea ulei,
Lindsaea yaeyamensis,
Lindsaea cyclophylla,
Lindsaea rigidiuscula,
References
Lara Dawn Shepherd: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.D.Sheph.' in the authors string.