Status:
valid
Authors:
Gepp
Source:
ipni
Year:
1921
Citation Micro:
J. Nat. Hist. Soc. Siam 4. 159. 1921. (1921)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000152419
Common Names
- Kloss's Maidenhair Fern
- Kloss's Adiantum
- Kloss's Maidenhair
Description
Adiantum klossii (also called Kloss's Maidenhair Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Adiantaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in moist, shady habitats. It is a small, evergreen fern with fronds that are up to 30 cm long and have a triangular shape.
Uses & Benefits
Adiantum klossii is a popular houseplant and is used to decorate homes. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adiantum klossii has small, white flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adiantum klossii is a small evergreen fern that is native to the tropical regions of Asia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few months.
Where to Find Adiantum klossii
Adiantum klossii can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and Central and South America.
Adiantum klossii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adiantum klossii?
Adiantum klossii
What is the common name of Adiantum klossii?
Kloss' maidenhair fern
What is the natural habitat of Adiantum klossii?
Rocky cliffs and walls
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