Pityrogramma herzogii - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
herzogii
ID:
150422
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rosenst.) L.D.Gómez
Source:
ipni
Year:
1977
Citation Micro:
Brenesia 12-13: 270 (1977)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000149751
Common Names
- Herzog's Pityrogramma
- Herzog's Silver Fern
- Herzog's Gold Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Gymnogramma herzogii Rosenst. [unknown]
- Pityromeria herzogii (Rosenst.) L.D.Gómez [unknown]
Description
Pityrogramma herzogii (also called Golden Fern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to Central and South America. It has a creeping rhizome, with fronds that are lanceolate to ovate-lanceolate in shape, and are usually up to 40 cm long. It is found in humid and shady areas, such as in forests and on rocks.
Uses & Benefits
Pityrogramma herzogii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pityrogramma herzogii are small, yellow-green, and are borne in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round, and the seedlings are small and dark green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pityrogramma herzogii is a hardy fern that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizomes. When propagating from spores, the spores should be sown on a sterile, moist, and well-draining medium. When propagating by division, the rhizomes should be divided into sections and each section should be planted in a pot filled with a sterile, moist, and well-draining medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Pityrogramma herzogii
Pityrogramma herzogii is native to the tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to northern Argentina. It can be found in tropical forests and moist, shady areas.
Pityrogramma herzogii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pityrogramma herzogii?
Pityrogramma herzogii
What is the common name of Pityrogramma herzogii?
Herzogii Pityrogramma
Where is Pityrogramma herzogii found?
Pityrogramma herzogii is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
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
Eduard Rosenstock (1856-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rosenst.' in the authors string.
Luis Diego Gómez (1944-2009): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.D.Gómez' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17555850-1: Based on the initial data import