Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
lessonii
ID:
154393

Status:
valid

Authors:
Bory

Source:
ipni

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Voy. Monde 1: 255 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000153722

Common Names

  • Lesson's Antrophyum
  • Lesson's Fern
  • Lesson's Shieldfern

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Description

Antrophyum lessonii (also called Lesson’s 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 lessonii 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 lessonii is white and has six petals. The seed is small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antrophyum lessonii 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 lessonii

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

Antrophyum lessonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antrophyum lessonii?

Antrophyum lessonii

What is the common name of Antrophyum lessonii?

Lessonii Fern

What is the natural habitat of Antrophyum lessonii?

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