Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Ericales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
spectabilis
ID:
1325662

Status:
valid

Authors:
(W.Hunter) Orel, Peter G.Wilson, Curry & Luu

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 43: 308 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338116

Common Names

  • Polyspora
  • Spectabilis
  • Polyspora Spectabilis

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Description

Polyspora spectabilis (also called Spectacular Polyspora, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Southeast Asia. It is a perennial plant with long, narrow fronds and a short stem. It grows in moist, shady forests and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Polyspora spectabilis is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and other ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polyspora spectabilis is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polyspora spectabilis is a terrestrial fern native to China. It can be cultivated in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Polyspora spectabilis

Polyspora spectabilis is native to India, Bangladesh, and Sri Lanka.

Polyspora spectabilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polyspora spectabilis?

Polyspora spectabilis

Where is Polyspora spectabilis found?

Polyspora spectabilis is found in Malaysia.

What type of environment does Polyspora spectabilis prefer?

Polyspora spectabilis prefers shady, moist environments.

Species in the Polyspora genus

Polyspora balansae, Polyspora chrysandra, Polyspora hainanensis, Polyspora longicarpa, Polyspora speciosa, Polyspora huongiana, Polyspora bidoupensis, Polyspora gigantiflora, Polyspora intricata, Polyspora elliptica, Polyspora ceylanica, Polyspora dassanayakei, Polyspora gardneri, Polyspora dalglieshiana, Polyspora papuana, Polyspora nivea, Polyspora ampla, Polyspora amboinensis, Polyspora borneensis, Polyspora dipterosperma, Polyspora excelsa, Polyspora havilandii, Polyspora hirtella, Polyspora imbricata, Polyspora integerrima, Polyspora lanceifolia, Polyspora luzonica, Polyspora maingayi, Polyspora marginata, Polyspora multinervis, Polyspora oblongifolia, Polyspora polisana, Polyspora sablayana, Polyspora sarawakensis, Polyspora scortechinii, Polyspora spectabilis, Polyspora taipingensis, Polyspora grandiflora, Polyspora axillaris, Polyspora hainanensis, Polyspora gioii, Polyspora vulcanica, Polyspora microphylla, Polyspora cuongii, Polyspora obtusa, Polyspora ovalis, Polyspora penangensis, Polyspora singaporeana,

Species in the Theaceae family

Apterosperma oblata, Archboldiodendron calosericeum, Balthasaria mannii, Balthasaria schliebenii, Camellia intermedia, Camellia maoniushanensis, Camellia amplexifolia, Camellia anlungensis, Camellia assimiloides, Camellia aurea, Camellia azalea, Camellia candida, Camellia caudata, Camellia chekiangoleosa, Camellia chrysanthoides, Camellia connata, Camellia corallina, Camellia cordifolia, Camellia costata, Camellia costei, Camellia crapnelliana, Camellia crassicolumna, Camellia crassipes, Camellia crassiphylla, Camellia cupiformis, Camellia cuspidata, Camellia dongnaicensis, Camellia dormoyana, Camellia drupifera, Camellia edithae, Camellia elongata, Camellia euphlebia, Camellia euryoides, Camellia fascicularis, Camellia flava, Camellia flavida, Camellia fleuryi, Camellia fluviatilis, Camellia fraterna, Camellia furfuracea, Camellia gaudichaudii, Camellia gilbertii, Camellia glabricostata, Camellia gracilipes, Camellia grandibracteata, Camellia granthamiana, Camellia grijsii, Camellia gymnogyna, Camellia hekouensis, Camellia hiemalis,

References

William Hunter (1755-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Hunter' in the authors string.
Peter Gordon Wilson (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Peter G.Wilson' in the authors string.
George Orel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orel' in the authors string.
Hong Truong Luu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luu' in the authors string.
Anthony S. Curry: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Curry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77135861-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].