Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
castaneum
ID:
1252619

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Itô

Source:
tro

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot. 12: 473. f. 1(1), 7(1). 1936. (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251957

Common Names

  • Chestnut Antrophyum
  • Chestnut Antrophyum
  • Castaneum Antrophyum

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Description

Antrophyum castaneum (also called 'Chestnut Antrophyum', among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to China. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1m tall. It has yellow flowers and is found in moist forests and near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Antrophyum castaneum is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional Chinese medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antrophyum castaneum has small, white flowers with yellow centers, and its seeds are small, black and shiny. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antrophyum castaneum is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position in the garden and can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Antrophyum castaneum

Antrophyum castaneum is native to the tropical rainforests of South America.

Antrophyum castaneum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antrophyum castaneum?

Antrophyum castaneum

What are the common names of Antrophyum castaneum?

Chestnut Antrophyum

What is the natural habitat of Antrophyum castaneum?

Antrophyum castaneum is native to India and is found in dry and rocky areas

Species in the Antrophyum genus

Antrophyum annetii, Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum, Antrophyum brassii, Antrophyum costatum, Antrophyum jagoanum, Antrophyum lancifolium, Antrophyum lessonii, Antrophyum megistophyllum, Antrophyum ovatum, Antrophyum ponapense, Antrophyum simulans, Antrophyum smithii, Antrophyum strictum, Antrophyum subfalcatum, Antrophyum formosanum, Antrophyum bivittatum, Antrophyum trivittatum, Antrophyum immersum, Antrophyum malgassicum, Antrophyum boryanum, Antrophyum mannianum, Antrophyum guayanense, Antrophyum lanceolatum, Antrophyum obovatum, Antrophyum parvulum, Antrophyum vittarioides, Antrophyum latifolium, Antrophyum plantagineum, Antrophyum reticulatum, Antrophyum sessilifolium, Antrophyum henryi, Antrophyum callifolium, Antrophyum castaneum, Antrophyum novae-caledoniae, Antrophyum ledermannii, Antrophyum semicostatum, Antrophyum williamsii, Antrophyum immersum, Antrophyum immersum,

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References