Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Genus:
Species:
aemulans
ID:
1191282

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Breidl.) Broth.

Source:
tro

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Nat. Pflanzenfam. I(3): 1072 1908

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001190620

Common Names

  • Stereodon Moss
  • Stereodon Moss
  • Stereodon Moss

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Description

Stereodon aemulans (also called 'Mimic' fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are bipinnate or tripinnate. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Stereodon aemulans is used as an ornamental plant, for erosion control, and as a source of food for wildlife. It also has medicinal uses, such as for treating skin ailments and as an anti-inflammatory.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Stereodon aemulans is a white or pinkish-white color, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Stereodon aemulans can be done by sowing seeds in a well-drained soil mix and keeping the soil moist. Propagation can also be done by division of clumps or by stem cuttings.

Where to Find Stereodon aemulans

Stereodon aemulans is native to North America and can be found in moist, shady forests and woodlands.

References

Viktor Ferdinand Brotherus (1849-1929): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Broth.' in the authors string.
Johann Breidler (1828-1913): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Breidl.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35176631: Based on data supplied by Bryonames