Description
Lomariopsis tenuifolia (also called Slender-leaved Lomariopsis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to tropical regions of the world. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands, and has a creeping rhizome with fronds that are ovate to lanceolate in shape.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lomariopsis tenuifolia is small, greenish-brown, and inconspicuous. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lomariopsis tenuifolia is a fern native to tropical regions of the world. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern that prefers moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer, and the spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium in the fall. The fern should be kept moist and in partial shade.