Pityrogramma pulchella - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pulchella
ID:
1284862
Status:
valid
Authors:
Domin
Source:
tro
Year:
1928
Citation Micro:
Spisy Prír. Fak. Karlovy Univ. 1928, pt. 88: 9 (1928)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284200
Common Names
- Pityrogramma Pulchella
- Pityrogramma Pulchella Plant
- Pretty Pityrogramma
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pityrogramma pulchella (also called Beautiful Pityrogramma, among many other common names) is a small fern in the Pteridaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces yellow flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Pityrogramma pulchella is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pityrogramma pulchella has small, yellowish-green flowers with a bell-shaped structure. The seeds are small, round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pityrogramma pulchella is a fern native to South America. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in an area with temperatures between 60-80°F (15-27°C). It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Pityrogramma pulchella
Pityrogramma pulchella can be found in Colombia.
Pityrogramma pulchella FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pityrogramma pulchella?
Pityrogramma pulchella
What is the natural habitat of Pityrogramma pulchella?
It is native to India and found in grasslands and open woodlands.
What are the characteristics of Pityrogramma pulchella?
It is an evergreen shrub with small, ovate leaves and white flowers.
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
IPNI record: 17345760-1: Originally associated with wfo-0000150002
The Plant List version 1.0, record: ifn-4380: Originally associated with wfo-0000150002
The Plant List v1.1 record ifn-4380: Originally associated with wfo-0000150002
The Plant List v1.1 record ifn-4380: Based on the initial data import
Karel Domin (1882-1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Domin' in the authors string.