Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxon ex Domin
Source:
tro
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Spisy Prír. Fak. Karlovy Univ. 1928, pt. 88: 10 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001112283
Common Names
- Pityrogramma Chrysoconia
- Golden Pityrogramma
- Golden Shield Fern
Description
Pityrogramma chrysoconia (also called Golden Pityrogramma, among many other common names) is a fern with small, leathery fronds. It is native to the Americas and is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, thickets, and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Pityrogramma chrysoconia is used as an ornamental plant and is often grown in terrariums and vivariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pityrogramma chrysoconia has small, yellow flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem with small, pointed leaves.
Where to Find Pityrogramma chrysoconia
Pityrogramma chrysoconia is native to South America and can be found in wet forests, grasslands, and riverbanks.
Species in the Pityrogramma genus
Pityrogramma elongata,
Pityrogramma herzogii,
Pityrogramma mckenneyi,
Pityrogramma rupicola,
Pityrogramma opalescens,
Pityrogramma calomelanos,
Pityrogramma humbertii,
Pityrogramma chrysophylla,
Pityrogramma ebenea,
Pityrogramma sulphurea,
Pityrogramma trifoliata,
Pityrogramma austroamericana,
Pityrogramma ochracea,
Pityrogramma chrysoconia,
Pityrogramma ferruginea,
Pityrogramma pearcei,
Pityrogramma dealbata,
Pityrogramma dukei,
Pityrogramma williamsii,
Pityrogramma schizophylla,
Pityrogramma triangulata,
Pityrogramma eggersii,
Pityrogramma lehmannii,
Pityrogramma aurantiaca,
Pityrogramma pulchella,
Species in the Pteridaceae family