Vittaria parvula - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
parvula
ID:
154502
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bory
Source:
ipni
Year:
1833
Citation Micro:
Voy. Indes Or. , Bot. 2(1): 35 (1833)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000153831
Common Names
- Vittaria Parvula
- Small Bladderwort
- Lace Fern
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- Vittaria angustata Alderw. [unknown]
Description
Vittaria parvula (also called Dwarf Tassel Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Vittariaceae family. It is a small, tufted fern with a creeping rhizome. Its fronds are lanceolate to linear-lanceolate, with entire margins. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Vittaria parvula is a popular ornamental plant that is used to add texture and color to gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover in areas where grass is difficult to grow. The plant is drought tolerant and can tolerate some shade.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Vittaria parvula has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are thin and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Vittaria parvula is a small, evergreen fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants or objects. It can be propagated by spores or division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 10°C (50°F).
Where to Find Vittaria parvula
Vittaria parvula can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Vittaria parvula FAQ
What is the scientific name of Vittaria parvula?
Vittaria parvula
What type of plant is Vittaria parvula?
Fern
Where is Vittaria parvula native to?
India
Species in the Vittaria genus
Vittaria crispomarginata, Vittaria dichotoma, Vittaria exigua, Vittaria latissima, Vittaria lloydiifolia, Vittaria nervosa, Vittaria nymanii, Vittaria pachystemma, Vittaria parvula, Vittaria pluridichotoma, Vittaria reekmansii, Vittaria scabricoma, Vittaria semipellucida, Vittaria squamosipes, Vittaria subcoriacea, Vittaria isoetifolia, Vittaria graminifolia, Vittaria lineata, Vittaria appalachiana, Vittaria bonincola, Vittaria schaeferi, Vittaria bradeorum, Vittaria flavicosta, Vittaria longipes, Vittaria scabrida, Vittaria vittarioides,
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
Jean-Baptiste Bory de Saint-Vincent (1778-1846): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bory' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17234210-1: Based on the initial data import