Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
chrysoconia
ID:
1112945

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

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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.

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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 Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26606466: Based on the initial data import
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.
William Ralph Maxon (1877-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxon' in the authors string.