Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
humbertii
ID:
1414718

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tardieu) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:07. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001427183

Common Names

  • Odontosoria humbertii
  • Humbertii Odontosoria
  • Humbertii

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Description

Odontosoria humbertii (also called Humbert's Odontosoria, among many other common names) is a shrub or small tree native to Africa. It has simple, opposite leaves and small, yellowish-green flowers. It grows in tropical and subtropical dry and moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Odontosoria humbertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever, colds, and headaches. It is also used as a food preservative.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Odontosoria humbertii are small and white, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontosoria humbertii is a shrub native to Madagascar. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist until germination occurs. Cuttings should be taken from healthy, mature plants and planted in well-draining soil. The plant prefers full sun and should be watered regularly during the growing season.

Where to Find Odontosoria humbertii

Odontosoria humbertii can be found in Mexico.

Odontosoria humbertii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontosoria humbertii?

Odontosoria humbertii

What is the common name of Odontosoria humbertii?

Humbert's Odontosoria

What is the family of Odontosoria humbertii?

Odontosoriaceae

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Marie-Laure Tardieu-Blot (1902-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tardieu' in the authors string.