Tmesipteris gracilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Psilotales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gracilis
ID:
1318885
Status:
valid
Authors:
Chinnock
Source:
ipni
Year:
2003
Citation Micro:
Pacific Sci. 57(3): 265 (2003) (2003)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331339
Common Names
- Tmesipteris
- Gracilis
- Tmesipteris gracilis
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tmesipteris gracilis (also called Slender Fork Fern, among many other common names) is an epiphytic fern native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia. It has a slender, creeping rhizome and its leaves are pinnate, with a single row of pinnae. It grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tmesipteris gracilis is an ornamental plant that is often used in terrariums and dish gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tmesipteris gracilis is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tmesipteris gracilis is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.
Where to Find Tmesipteris gracilis
Tmesipteris gracilis is native to the Andes Mountains in South America, including Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Tmesipteris gracilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tmesipteris gracilis?
Tmesipteris gracilis
What is the common name of Tmesipteris gracilis?
Graceful Forkfern
Where is Tmesipteris gracilis native to?
Australia
Species in the Tmesipteris genus
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,
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
Robert James Chinnock (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Chinnock' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:70027892-1: Based on the initial data import