Scoliosorus ensiformis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ensiformis
ID:
1113983
Status:
valid
Authors:
T.Moore
Source:
tro
Year:
1857
Citation Micro:
Index Fil. : xxix (1857)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001113321
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Scoliosorus ensiformis (also called Sword Fern, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen, perennial fern with a clumping habit. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina. It is typically found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, ravines, and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Scoliosorus ensiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scoliosorus ensiformis has small yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, while the seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Scoliosorus ensiformis is a fern native to Mexico and Central America. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and should be kept moist. It can tolerate full sun if kept moist, but prefers partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 8-10.
Where to Find Scoliosorus ensiformis
Scoliosorus ensiformis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.
Species in the Scoliosorus genus
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
Thomas Moore (1821-1887): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.Moore' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17221410-1: Based on the initial data import