Status:
valid
Authors:
Schrad.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1824
Citation Micro:
Gött. Gel. Anz. 87: 872 (1824)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163359
Common Names
- Adiantum tetragonum
- Four-angled Maidenhair
- Four-angled Adiantum
Description
Adiantum tetragonum (also called 'Maidenhair Fern', among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Adiantaceae. It is native to the Mediterranean region, and is found in rocky habitats. It has a creeping rhizome and fronds that are triangular in shape.
Uses & Benefits
Adiantum tetragonum is a species of fern that is commonly used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being used to treat skin diseases, as well as being used as a diuretic and antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adiantum tetragonum is a small, white-green color. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and have a light green color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adiantum tetragonum is a terrestrial fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 6-11.
Where to Find Adiantum tetragonum
Adiantum tetragonum is native to the Caribbean and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Adiantum tetragonum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adiantum tetragonum?
Adiantum tetragonum
What type of plant is Adiantum tetragonum?
Fern
Where does Adiantum tetragonum grow?
Tropical and subtropical regions
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