Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
pulchellum
ID:
161527

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
ipni

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Javae 2: 216 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000160856

Common Names

  • Maidenhair Fern
  • Five-Finger Fern
  • Venus Hair Fern

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Synonyms

  • Adiantum lobbianum Hook. [unknown]

Description

Adiantum pulchellum (also called 'Maidenhair Fern', among many other common names) is a fern with delicate, fan-shaped fronds and small, black spores. It is native to Europe, Asia, and North America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum pulchellum is used as a traditional medicine to treat fever, colds, and stomach ache. It is also used as a natural insect repellent and as a dye for fabrics.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adiantum pulchellum is white and bell-shaped, with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nut, and the seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum pulchellum can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood stems and placed in a well-drained soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright indirect light.

Where to Find Adiantum pulchellum

Adiantum pulchellum can be found in the tropical forests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Adiantum pulchellum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum pulchellum?

Adiantum pulchellum

What are the common names of Adiantum pulchellum?

Dainty Maidenhair

What is the natural habitat of Adiantum pulchellum?

Rainforest and moist areas

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