Psilotum intermedium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Psilotales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
intermedium
ID:
1316029
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.H.Wagner
Source:
ipni
Year:
1993
Citation Micro:
Contr. Univ. Michigan Herb. 19: 79 (1993) (1993)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001328483
Common Names
- Psilotum intermedium
- Intermediate Whisk Fern
- Intermediate Psilotum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Psilotum intermedium (also called Intermediate Whisk Fern, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant with thin, branching stems and small, scale-like leaves. It is native to the southeastern United States and is found in moist, sandy habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Psilotum intermedium is used in ornamental gardening, as a ground cover, and as a filler in flower arrangements.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Psilotum intermedium has small yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Psilotum intermedium is a hardy perennial that is easy to propagate from spores. Sow the spores in early spring in a sunny location with well-drained soil. The plant will reach a height of up to 2 feet and will produce small green flowers in the summer. Deadhead the flowers to encourage further blooming.
Where to Find Psilotum intermedium
Psilotum intermedium is native to India and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Psilotum intermedium FAQ
What are the light requirements for Psilotum intermedium?
Psilotum intermedium prefers bright, indirect light.
What type of soil is best for Psilotum intermedium?
Psilotum intermedium prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic potting mix.
How often should Psilotum intermedium be watered?
Psilotum intermedium should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
Species in the Psilotum genus
Species in the Psilotaceae family
Psilotum nudum, Psilotum complanatum, Psilotum intermedium, Tmesipteris sigmatifolia, Tmesipteris lanceolata, Tmesipteris oblongifolia, Tmesipteris vanuatensis, Tmesipteris vieillardii, Tmesipteris tannensis, Tmesipteris ovata, Tmesipteris parva, Tmesipteris truncata, Tmesipteris solomonensis, Tmesipteris norfolkensis, Tmesipteris zamorarum, Tmesipteris gracilis, Tmesipteris horomaka, Tmesipteris elongata,
References
Warren H. Wagner (1920-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Wagner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17561060-1: Based on the initial data import