Haplopteris flexuosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
flexuosa
ID:
1266145
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Fée) E.H.Crane
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 22: 514 (1997 publ. 1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265483
Common Names
- Haplopteris flexuosa
- Wavy Haplopteris
- Flexuosa Haplopteris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Haplopteris flexuosa (also called Flexuous Haplopteris, among many other common names) is a large fern native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa and the Americas. It has an upright growth habit and its fronds are alternate, pinnate, and serrate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Haplopteris flexuosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Haplopteris flexuosa has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
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Haplopteris flexuosa is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.
Where to Find Haplopteris flexuosa
Haplopteris flexuosa can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.
Haplopteris flexuosa FAQ
What are the common names of Haplopteris flexuosa?
Flexuous fern
What is the natural habitat of Haplopteris flexuosa?
It is native to tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands
What is the ideal temperature for Haplopteris flexuosa?
It prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)
Species in the Haplopteris genus
Haplopteris winitii, Haplopteris hirta, Haplopteris angustissima, Haplopteris scolopendrina, Haplopteris ensiformis, Haplopteris zosterifolia, Haplopteris elongata, Haplopteris anguste-elongata, Haplopteris angustifolia, Haplopteris doniana, Haplopteris flexuosa, Haplopteris fudzinoi, Haplopteris guineensis, Haplopteris longicoma, Haplopteris malayensis, Haplopteris owariensis, Haplopteris sikkimensis, Haplopteris taeniophylla, Haplopteris volkensii, Haplopteris amboinensis, Haplopteris mediosora, Haplopteris plurisulcata, Haplopteris microlepis, Haplopteris heterophylla, Haplopteris yakushimensis, Haplopteris alternans, Haplopteris humblotii, Haplopteris dareicarpa, Haplopteris sessilifrons, Haplopteris schliebenii, Haplopteris ensata,
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50217727: Based on the initial data import
Antoine Laurent Apollinaire Fée (1789-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fée' in the authors string.
Edmund H. Crane: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Crane' in the authors string.