Status:
valid
Authors:
Figueiredo
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 50: 510 (1995)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001229831
Common Names
- Marsh Lasiodiscus
- Lasiodiscus palustris
- Lasiodiscus palustris
Description
Lasiodiscus palustris (also called Marsh Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to South America, where it is found in wet habitats such as swamps and marshes.
Uses & Benefits
Lasiodiscus palustris is a popular choice for landscaping and garden design. It is known for its attractive foliage and flowers, and is often used as a hedge or border plant. It is also a great choice for container gardening.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lasiodiscus palustris has white flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lasiodiscus palustris can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in the spring or summer and rooted in a moist, sandy mix. Both methods should be kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Lasiodiscus palustris
Lasiodiscus palustris can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Species in the Lasiodiscus genus
Lasiodiscus marmoratus,
Lasiodiscus mannii,
Lasiodiscus fasciculiflorus,
Lasiodiscus pervillei,
Lasiodiscus mildbraedii,
Lasiodiscus usambarensis,
Lasiodiscus holtzii,
Lasiodiscus palustris,
Lasiodiscus gillardini,
Lasiodiscus rozeirae,
Lasiodiscus lebrunii,
Species in the Rhamnaceae family
Adolphia californica,
Adolphia infesta,
Alphitonia pomaderroides,
Alphitonia carolinensis,
Alphitonia excelsa,
Alphitonia ferruginea,
Alphitonia franguloides,
Alphitonia incana,
Alphitonia macrocarpa,
Alphitonia marquesensis,
Alphitonia neocaledonica,
Alphitonia petriei,
Alphitonia philippinensis,
Alphitonia ponderosa,
Alphitonia whitei,
Alphitonia zizyphoides,
Alphitonia oblata,
Alvimiantha tricamerata,
Ampelozizyphus guaquirensis,
Ampelozizyphus amazonicus,
Ampelozizyphus kuripacorum,
Araracuara vetusta,
Auerodendron acuminatum,
Auerodendron acunae,
Auerodendron cubense,
Auerodendron glaucescens,
Auerodendron jamaicense,
Auerodendron martii,
Auerodendron northropianum,
Auerodendron pauciflorum,
Auerodendron reticulatum,
Auerodendron truncatum,
Bathiorhamnus capuronii,
Bathiorhamnus dentatus,
Bathiorhamnus macrocarpus,
Bathiorhamnus reticulatus,
Bathiorhamnus vohemarensis,
Bathiorhamnus cryptophorus,
Bathiorhamnus louvelii,
Berchemia annamensis,
Berchemia arisanensis,
Berchemia barbigera,
Berchemia brachycarpa,
Berchemia burmanniana,
Berchemia cinerascens,
Berchemia compressicarpa,
Berchemia discolor,
Berchemia edgeworthii,
Berchemia elmeri,
Berchemia flavescens,