Status:
valid
Authors:
Rakotondr. & Hemp
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2014
Citation Micro:
Adansonia 36(1): 16 (2014)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315214
Common Names
- Papilio Adiantum
- Papilio Maidenhair Fern
- Papilio Adiantum Fern
Description
Adiantum papilio (also called butterfly maidenhair fern, among many other common names) is a fern native to Madagascar. It grows up to 1 meter tall and has delicate, fan-shaped fronds. It grows in humid forests and is often found in shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Adiantum papilio is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adiantum papilio is a white or pinkish-white, tubular flower with four lobes. The seed is a small, black, shiny, and round. The seedlings are small, with oval-shaped leaves and a single stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adiantum papilio can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in the spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and placed in a moist soil mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be kept out of direct sunlight.
Where to Find Adiantum papilio
Adiantum papilio is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and parts of South America.
Adiantum papilio FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adiantum papilio?
Adiantum papilio
What is the natural habitat of Adiantum papilio?
Dry deciduous forests and scrublands
What is the flowering period of Adiantum papilio?
April to May
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