Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
lancifolium
ID:
154391

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rosenst. ex M.Kato

Source:
ipni

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 47: 70 (1996)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000153720

Common Names

  • Lanceleaf Antrophyum
  • Lanceleaf Fern
  • Lanceleaf Shieldfern

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Description

Antrophyum lancifolium (also called Lance-leaved Polypody, among many other common names) is a fern species native to the tropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. It is usually found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Antrophyum lancifolium is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide shade and shelter to wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antrophyum lancifolium is yellow and has six petals. The seed is small and black in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antrophyum lancifolium is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and the Philippines. It is cultivated as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage. It prefers warm, humid climates and grows best in partial shade. Propagation is by spores or division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Antrophyum lancifolium

Antrophyum lancifolium can be found in the rainforests of Queensland, Australia

Antrophyum lancifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antrophyum lancifolium?

Antrophyum lancifolium

What is the common name of Antrophyum lancifolium?

Lancifolium Fern

What is the natural habitat of Antrophyum lancifolium?

Moist woods, thickets, and stream banks

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

Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Eduard Rosenstock (1856-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rosenst.' in the authors string.