Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
mannii
ID:
147788

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Underw.) Alston

Source:
ipni

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Journ. of Bot. 72(Suppl.): 6. 1934

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000147117

Common Names

  • Mann's Lomariopsis
  • Mann Fern
  • Lomariopsis mannii

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Synonyms

  • Stenochlaena mannii Underw. [unknown]

Description

Lomariopsis mannii (also called Bird's-nest Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Lomariopsidaceae. It is a terrestrial fern native to tropical and subtropical Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in wet forests, along streams, and in other moist habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Lomariopsis mannii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lomariopsis mannii is small and greenish-brown, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, while the seedlings are small and have a single, upright leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomariopsis mannii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in a moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can survive temperatures as low as -5°C.

Where to Find Lomariopsis mannii

Lomariopsis mannii is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Lomariopsis mannii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomariopsis mannii?

Lomariopsis mannii

What is the common name of Lomariopsis mannii?

Mann's Lomariopsis

Where is Lomariopsis mannii native to?

India

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

Arthur Hugh Garfit Alston (1902-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alston' in the authors string.
Lucien Marcus Underwood (1853-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Underw.' in the authors string.