Status:
valid
Authors:
(Cogn.) J.F.Maxwell
Source:
ipni
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 35(2): 215 (1983)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000162552
Common Names
- Sertuliferum Anerincleistus
- Sertuliferum Anerincleistus Plant
- Sertuliferum Anerincleistus Flower
Synonyms
- Allomorphia sertulifera Cogn. [unknown]
- Pomatostoma sertuliferum Stapf [unknown]
Description
Anerincleistus sertuliferum (also called 'Climbing Fern', among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It typically grows in moist, shady areas such as tropical forests, woodlands, and ravines.
Uses & Benefits
Anerincleistus sertuliferum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to treat skin diseases, as a diuretic, and to reduce inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Anerincleistus sertuliferum is white, with a yellow center. The seed is small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have thin, bright green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anerincleistus sertuliferum can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring in a warm, sunny location. Cuttings should be taken in the summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant prefers a moist, but not wet, soil.
Where to Find Anerincleistus sertuliferum
Anerincleistus sertuliferum can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Anerincleistus sertuliferum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Anerincleistus sertuliferum?
Anerincleistus sertuliferum
What are the common names of Anerincleistus sertuliferum?
Sertuliferum spleenwort, Sertuliferum asplenium
What is the natural habitat of Anerincleistus sertuliferum?
It is found in moist, shady places, such as woodlands and rocky slopes
Species in the Anerincleistus genus
Anerincleistus acuminatissimus,
Anerincleistus curtisii,
Anerincleistus dispar,
Anerincleistus floribundus,
Anerincleistus fruticosus,
Anerincleistus grandiflorus,
Anerincleistus griffithii,
Anerincleistus hirsutus,
Anerincleistus macranthus,
Anerincleistus macrophyllus,
Anerincleistus pauciflorus,
Anerincleistus pedunculatus,
Anerincleistus philippinensis,
Anerincleistus pulchra,
Anerincleistus setulosus,
Anerincleistus barbatus,
Anerincleistus fasciculatus,
Anerincleistus bracteatus,
Anerincleistus bullatus,
Anerincleistus cornutus,
Anerincleistus cyathocalyx,
Anerincleistus echinatus,
Anerincleistus hispidissimus,
Anerincleistus angustifolius,
Anerincleistus phyllagathoides,
Anerincleistus purpureus,
Anerincleistus quintuplinervis,
Anerincleistus rupicola,
Anerincleistus sertuliferum,
Anerincleistus setosus,
Anerincleistus stipularis,
Anerincleistus monticola,
Anerincleistus glomeratus,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,