Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
yaeyamensis
ID:
1322933

Status:
valid

Authors:
(S.J.Lin, M.Kato & K.Iwats.) Ebihara

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci., Tokyo, B. 38: 119 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335387

Common Names

  • Odontosoria Yaeyamensis
  • Yaeyamensis Odontosoria
  • Yaeyamensis Toothcup

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Description

Odontosoria yaeyamensis (also called Yaeyama odontosoria, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Japan. It is an evergreen herb, growing up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate in shape, with a glossy dark green color.

Uses & Benefits

Odontosoria yaeyamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Odontosoria yaeyamensis has small, white flowers, small, black, round seeds, and small seedlings with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontosoria yaeyamensis is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by division or from seed. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C (68-77°F).

Where to Find Odontosoria yaeyamensis

Odontosoria yaeyamensis is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Japan and Taiwan.

Odontosoria yaeyamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontosoria yaeyamensis?

Odontosoria yaeyamensis

What type of plant is Odontosoria yaeyamensis?

A fern

Where is Odontosoria yaeyamensis found?

It is found in Japan

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

Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Kunio Iwatsuki (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Iwats.' in the authors string.
Su Juan Lin: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.J.Lin' in the authors string.
Atsushi Ebihara (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ebihara' in the authors string.