Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
novae-caledoniae
ID:
147791

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mett

Source:
ipni

Year:
1861

Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. sér. 4, 15: 58. 1861

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000147120

Common Names

  • New Caledonia Lomariopsis
  • New Caledonia Fern
  • Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae

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Synonyms

  • Stenochlaena novae-caledoniae (Mett.) Underw. [unknown]

Description

Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae (also called New Caledonian 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 novae-caledoniae 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 novae-caledoniae 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 novae-caledoniae 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 novae-caledoniae

Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae is native to New Caledonia.

Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae?

Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae

What is the common name of Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae?

New Caledonian Lomariopsis

Where is Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae native to?

New Caledonia

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,