Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Species:
constricta
ID:
162076

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
ipni

Year:
1831

Citation Micro:
Flora 14: 520 (1831)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161405

Common Names

  • Pachycentria constricta
  • Constricted Pachycentria
  • Constricted Fern

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Synonyms

  • Melastoma constrictum Blume [unknown]
  • Pachycentria cordata Korth. ex Blume [unknown]
  • Pachycentria elliptica Blume [unknown]
  • Pachycentria formicaria Merr. [unknown]
  • Pachycentria javanensis Hochr. [unknown]
  • Pachycentria junghuhniana Miq. [unknown]
  • Pachycentria lanceolata O.Schwartz [unknown]
  • Pachycentria laxiflora Blume [unknown]
  • Pachycentria macrorhiza Becc. [unknown]
  • Pachycentria oligosperma O.Schwartz [unknown]
  • Pachycentria rigida Blume [unknown]
  • Pachycentria tuberculata Korth. [unknown]
  • Pachycentria varingaefolia Moritzi [unknown]
  • Pachycentria zollingeriana Naudin [unknown]

Description

Pachycentria constricta (also called Constricted Pachycentria, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, typically in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pachycentria constricta 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 Pachycentria constricta is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, hard seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pachycentria constricta is a tropical fern native to Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizome. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It should be grown in partial shade and in an area with good air circulation. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Pachycentria constricta

Pachycentria constricta is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Pachycentria constricta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pachycentria constricta?

Pachycentria constricta

What is the common name of Pachycentria constricta?

No common name

What is the family of Pachycentria constricta?

Aspleniaceae

Species in the Melastomataceae family

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