Antrophyum simulans - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
simulans
ID:
154403
Status:
valid
Authors:
Alderw.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , ser. 2, 11: 2 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000153732
Common Names
- Simulans Bird's-nest Fern
- Simulans Bird's Nest Fern
- Simulans Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Antrophyum simulans (also called Simulant 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 simulans has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Antrophyum simulans is a small, white-greenish, three-petaled flower. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, triangular-shaped plant.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Antrophyum simulans 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 simulans
Antrophyum simulans is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.
Antrophyum simulans FAQ
What is the scientific name of Antrophyum simulans?
Antrophyum simulans
What is the common name of Antrophyum simulans?
Simulans Fern
What is the natural habitat of Antrophyum simulans?
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
Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17279750-1: Based on the initial data import