Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
tocantina
ID:
1305477

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Devecchi & Pirani) Devecchi & Pirani

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 366(1): 92. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317931

Common Names

  • Homalolepis tocantina
  • Tocantins Clubmoss
  • Tocantins Spikemoss

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Description

Homalolepis tocantina (also called ‘Tocantina Fern’, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean region. It has a creeping stem and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Homalolepis tocantina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Homalolepis tocantina is a small, white spikelet, with a single floret. The seed is a small, dark, glossy, and oblong. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalolepis tocantina is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from cuttings or seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and is drought-tolerant once established.

Where to Find Homalolepis tocantina

Homalolepis tocantina can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Homalolepis tocantina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Homalolepis tocantina?

Homalolepis tocantina

What is the common name of Homalolepis tocantina?

Tocantina Homalolepis

What is the natural habitat of Homalolepis tocantina?

Dry open woodlands and savannas

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

Ailanthus vietnamensis, Ailanthus altissima, Ailanthus excelsus, Ailanthus fordii, Ailanthus integrifolia, Ailanthus triphysa, Amaroria soulameoides, Brucea antidysenterica, Brucea bruceadelpha, Brucea guineensis, Brucea javanica, Brucea macrocarpa, Brucea mollis, Brucea tenuifolia, Brucea tonkinensis, Brucea trichotoma, Castela calcicola, Castela coccinea, Castela depressa, Castela emoryi, Castela erecta, Castela galapageia, Castela jacquiniifolia, Castela leonis, Castela macrophylla, Castela peninsularis, Castela polyandra, Castela retusa, Castela spinosa, Castela stewartii, Castela tortuosa, Castela tweediei, Castela victorinii, Eurycoma apiculata, Eurycoma harmandiana, Eurycoma longifolia, Gymnostemon zaizou, Homalolepis salubris, Homalolepis suaveolens, Homalolepis subcymosa, Homalolepis suffruticosa, Homalolepis tocantina, Homalolepis warmingiana, Homalolepis arenaria, Homalolepis cavalcantei, Homalolepis cuneata, Homalolepis docensis, Homalolepis floribunda, Homalolepis insignis, Homalolepis intermedia,

References

José Rubens Pirani (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pirani' in the authors string.
Marcelo Fernando Devecchi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Devecchi' in the authors string.