Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abietifolia
ID:
327080

Status:
valid

Authors:
Urb. & Ekman

Source:
wcs

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Ark. Bot. 21A(5): 89 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326412

Common Names

  • Tortuella abietifolia
  • Fir-Leaved Tortuella
  • Pine-Leaved Tortuella

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Description

Tortuella abietifolia (also called Abietifolia Tortuella, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is an evergreen fern with long, thin fronds and small, glossy leaflets. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Tortuella abietifolia is a shrub native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tortuella abietifolia is yellow and bell-shaped, with five petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tortuella abietifolia is a shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be kept moist but not wet and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tortuella abietifolia

Tortuella abietifolia can be found in the western United States and Canada.

Tortuella abietifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tortuella abietifolia?

Tortuella abietifolia

What are the common names of Tortuella abietifolia?

Abietifolia Tortuella

What is the growth habit of Tortuella abietifolia?

It is an evergreen shrub

Species in the Tortuella genus

Species in the Rubiaceae family

Acranthera abbreviata, Acranthera anamallica, Acranthera athroophlebia, Acranthera atropella, Acranthera aurantiaca, Acranthera axilliflora, Acranthera bullata, Acranthera capitata, Acranthera ceylanica, Acranthera didymocarpa, Acranthera endertii, Acranthera frutescens, Acranthera grandiflora, Acranthera hallieri, Acranthera hirtostipula, Acranthera involucrata, Acranthera johannis-winkleri, Acranthera lanceolata, Acranthera longipes, Acranthera longipetiolata, Acranthera maculata, Acranthera megaphylla, Acranthera monantha, Acranthera nieuwenhuisii, Acranthera ophiorhizoides, Acranthera parviflora, Acranthera philippensis, Acranthera ruttenii, Acranthera salmonea, Acranthera siamensis, Acranthera siliquosa, Acranthera simalurensis, Acranthera sinensis, Acranthera strigosa, Acranthera tomentosa, Acranthera variegata, Acranthera velutinervia, Acranthera yatesii, Acranthera philippinensis, Acranthera burmanica, Acranthera virescens, Acranthera hoangii, Acranthera collina, Acrobotrys discolor, Acrosynanthus jamaicensis, Acrosynanthus latifolius, Acrosynanthus minor, Acrosynanthus ovatus, Acrosynanthus parvifolius, Acrosynanthus revolutus,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-207038: Based on the initial data import
Ignatz Urban (1848-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Urb.' in the authors string.
Erik Leonard Ekman (1883-1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ekman' in the authors string.