Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
obtusiloba
ID:
1278350

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rojas

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Mét. Ecol. Sist. 3(Supl. 1): 65 (-69; fig. 4). 2008 [after 4 Aug 2008]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277688

Common Names

  • Nephrolepis obtusiloba
  • Obtuse-lobed Sword Fern
  • Obtuse-lobed Nephrolepis

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Description

Nephrolepis obtusiloba (also called Obtusiloba, among many other common names) is a fern that can reach up to 1 m in height. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist forests, as well as in dry forests.

Uses & Benefits

Nephrolepis obtusiloba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes due to its attractive foliage and flowers.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Nephrolepis obtusiloba is a small, yellowish-white, fan-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, oval-shaped seedlings.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Nephrolepis obtusiloba is a fern that can be propagated from spores or division. For spore propagation, the spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. For division, the rhizome should be divided into sections and each section should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Nephrolepis obtusiloba

Nephrolepis obtusiloba is native to Central and South America. It is found in tropical rainforests, cloud forests, and other moist habitats.

Nephrolepis obtusiloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Nephrolepis obtusiloba?

Nephrolepis obtusiloba

What type of plant is Nephrolepis obtusiloba?

Fern

Where is Nephrolepis obtusiloba native to?

Tropical regions of the Americas

Species in the Nephrolepis genus

Species in the Nephrolepidaceae family

References