Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
aurantiaca
ID:
1256594

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hieron.) C.Chr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Index Filic., Suppl. Tert. : 138 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001255932

Common Names

  • Aurantiaca Pityrogramma
  • Pityrogramma aurantiaca
  • Aurantiaca Pityrogramma

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Description

Pityrogramma aurantiaca (also called Pityrogramma aurantiaca, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to South America. It has a creeping rhizome, with bright orange-red fronds. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pityrogramma aurantiaca is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments. It has anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pityrogramma aurantiaca has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 1 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, green and have a single stem.

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Where to Find Pityrogramma aurantiaca

Pityrogramma aurantiaca can be found in the state of Oaxaca, Mexico.

Pityrogramma aurantiaca FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pityrogramma aurantiaca?

Pityrogramma aurantiaca

What is the common name of Pityrogramma aurantiaca?

Orange Pityrogramma

What type of soil is best for Pityrogramma aurantiaca?

Well-draining, acidic soil with high organic matter

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50180380: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.