Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
farrarii
ID:
1285448

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.C.Moran & J.E.Watkins

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 56(3): 209 (205-209; f.1-3). 2004 [2 Aug 2004]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284786

Common Names

  • Farrar's Lomariopsis
  • Farrar's Fern
  • Farrar's Bracken

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Description

Lomariopsis farrarii (also called Farrar's Lomariopsis, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Lomariopsidaceae family. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan, and is found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are up to 40 cm long. The fronds are lanceolate in shape with a pinnate venation.

Uses & Benefits

Lomariopsis farrarii is a popular ornamental plant, used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Lomariopsis farrarii are white with five petals and five sepals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are thin and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomariopsis farrarii is a shade-loving plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Lomariopsis farrarii

Lomariopsis farrarii is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Lomariopsis farrarii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomariopsis farrarii?

Lomariopsis farrarii

What is the common name of Lomariopsis farrarii?

Farrari's Lomariopsis

What type of environment does Lomariopsis farrarii grow in?

Lomariopsis farrarii grows in moist, shady environments such as woodlands and along streams.

Species in the Lomariopsis genus

Lomariopsis boninensis, Lomariopsis brackenridgei, Lomariopsis mannii, Lomariopsis muriculata, Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae, Lomariopsis oleandrifolia, Lomariopsis orbiculata, Lomariopsis setchellii, Lomariopsis longicaudata, Lomariopsis crassifolia, Lomariopsis cordata, Lomariopsis boivinii, Lomariopsis madagascarica, Lomariopsis pervillei, Lomariopsis pollicina, Lomariopsis amydrophlebia, Lomariopsis kunzeana, Lomariopsis sorbifolia, Lomariopsis tenuifolia, Lomariopsis guineensis, Lomariopsis hederacea, Lomariopsis palustris, Lomariopsis rossii, Lomariopsis nigropaleata, Lomariopsis fendleri, Lomariopsis mexicana, Lomariopsis recurvata, Lomariopsis vestita, Lomariopsis marginata, Lomariopsis latipinna, Lomariopsis spectabilis, Lomariopsis congoensis, Lomariopsis maxonii, Lomariopsis warneckei, Lomariopsis decrescens, Lomariopsis jamaicensis, Lomariopsis underwoodii, Lomariopsis chinensis, Lomariopsis prieuriana, Lomariopsis wrightii, Lomariopsis intermedia, Lomariopsis subtrifoliata, Lomariopsis kingii, Lomariopsis lineata, Lomariopsis mauritiensis, Lomariopsis variabilis, Lomariopsis salicifolia, Lomariopsis farrarii, Lomariopsis palustris, Lomariopsis pteridiformis,

Species in the Lomariopsidaceae family

Cyclopeltis kingii, Cyclopeltis semicordata, Cyclopeltis rigida, Cyclopeltis crenata, Cyclopeltis novoguineensis, Cyclopeltis presliana, Cyclopeltis mirabilis, Dracoglossum plantagineum, Dracoglossum sinuatum, Lomariopsis boninensis, Lomariopsis brackenridgei, Lomariopsis mannii, Lomariopsis muriculata, Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae, Lomariopsis oleandrifolia, Lomariopsis orbiculata, Lomariopsis setchellii, Lomariopsis longicaudata, Lomariopsis crassifolia, Lomariopsis cordata, Lomariopsis boivinii, Lomariopsis madagascarica, Lomariopsis pervillei, Lomariopsis pollicina, Lomariopsis amydrophlebia, Lomariopsis kunzeana, Lomariopsis sorbifolia, Lomariopsis tenuifolia, Lomariopsis guineensis, Lomariopsis hederacea, Lomariopsis palustris, Lomariopsis rossii, Lomariopsis nigropaleata, Lomariopsis fendleri, Lomariopsis mexicana, Lomariopsis recurvata, Lomariopsis vestita, Lomariopsis marginata, Lomariopsis latipinna, Lomariopsis spectabilis, Lomariopsis congoensis, Lomariopsis maxonii, Lomariopsis warneckei, Lomariopsis decrescens, Lomariopsis jamaicensis, Lomariopsis underwoodii, Lomariopsis chinensis, Lomariopsis prieuriana, Lomariopsis wrightii, Lomariopsis intermedia,

References

Robbin C. Moran (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Moran' in the authors string.
James E. Watkins: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.E.Watkins' in the authors string.