Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
kingii
ID:
1236860

Status:
valid

Authors:
Copel.

Source:
tro

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 9: 5 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236198

Common Names

  • Adiantum
  • Kingii
  • Adiantum Kingii

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Description

Adiantum kingii (also called 'King's Maidenhair Fern', among many other common names) is an evergreen fern with delicate, fan-shaped fronds. It is native to South America and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum kingii is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is also used as a food source and for its dyeing properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adiantum kingii has small, yellow-white flowers that are clustered in the leaf axils. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum kingii is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a sunny location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.

Where to Find Adiantum kingii

Adiantum kingii is native to the Himalayan region and can be found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.

Adiantum kingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum kingii?

Adiantum kingii

What are the common names of Adiantum kingii?

King's maidenhair fern

What is the natural habitat of Adiantum kingii?

It is found in tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Adiantum genus

Adiantum viridescens, Adiantum vivesii, Adiantum wattii, Adiantum alomae, Adiantum aneitense, Adiantum balfourii, Adiantum bellum, Adiantum celebicum, Adiantum ciliatum, Adiantum cinnamomeum, Adiantum dioganum, Adiantum erylliae, Adiantum fournieri, Adiantum fulvum, Adiantum gingkoides, Adiantum gomphophyllum, Adiantum hollandiae, Adiantum hornei, Adiantum hosei, Adiantum klossii, Adiantum lamrianum, Adiantum mariposatum, Adiantum membranifolium, Adiantum mindanaoense, Adiantum monosorum, Adiantum mynsseniae, Adiantum neoguineense, Adiantum novae-caledoniae, Adiantum ovalescens, Adiantum palaoense, Adiantum parishii, Adiantum proliferum, Adiantum pulchellum, Adiantum pulcherrimum, Adiantum rectangulare, Adiantum semiorbiculatum, Adiantum serratifolium, Adiantum siamense, Adiantum tetragonum, Adiantum thongthamii, Adiantum trilobum, Adiantum meishanianum, Adiantum discolor, Adiantum papillosum, Adiantum camptorachis, Adiantum capillus-junonis, Adiantum caudatum, Adiantum flabellulatum, Adiantum monochlamys, Adiantum pedatum,

Species in the Pteridaceae family