Pityrogramma eggersii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
eggersii
ID:
1229447
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxon
Source:
tro
Year:
1922
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 24: 62 (1922)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228785
Common Names
- Pityrogramma eggersii
- Eggers' Pityrogramma
- Eggers' Golden Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pityrogramma eggersii (also called Eggers' Pityrogramma, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern that grows up to 1 meter in height. It is native to Mexico and is found in tropical and subtropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Pityrogramma eggersii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to make medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pityrogramma eggersii has small yellow flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with green leaves and a white stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pityrogramma eggersii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light, sandy soil mix in a cold frame in the spring. Divisions should be taken in the spring or fall and planted in a light, sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sheltered, partially shaded location in moist, acidic soil.
Where to Find Pityrogramma eggersii
Pityrogramma eggersii can be found in tropical regions of Africa and Asia.
Pityrogramma eggersii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pityrogramma eggersii?
Pityrogramma eggersii
What is the common name of Pityrogramma eggersii?
Egger's Pityrogramma
Where is Pityrogramma eggersii native to?
Southern Mexico and Central America
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
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50057472: Based on the initial data import
William Ralph Maxon (1877-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxon' in the authors string.