Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Vitales
Family:
Species:
rufula
ID:
395249

Status:
valid

Authors:
Planch.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1887

Citation Micro:
Monogr. Phan. 5: 417 (1887)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394581

Common Names

  • Pterisanthes rufula
  • Rusty Pterisanthes
  • Pterisanthes

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Synonyms

  • Pterisanthes taeniata Planch. [unknown]
  • Vitis rufula Miq. [unknown]

Description

Pterisanthes rufula (also called Rufulous Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Pteridaceae family. It is native to India and Sri Lanka and is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests. It grows up to 1 meter in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 30 cm.

Uses & Benefits

Pterisanthes rufula is used medicinally to treat fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pterisanthes rufula is white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pterisanthes rufula is a perennial herb that is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be propagated from seed or by division of the rootstock. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 20°F (-6°C).

Where to Find Pterisanthes rufula

Pterisanthes rufula is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in moist and shady places.

Pterisanthes rufula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pterisanthes rufula?

Pterisanthes rufula

What is the common name of Pterisanthes rufula?

Red-flowered pterisanthes

What is the natural habitat of Pterisanthes rufula?

It is native to China, Japan, and Korea

Species in the Vitaceae family

Acareosperma spireanum, Ampelocissus birii, Ampelocissus abyssinica, Ampelocissus acapulcensis, Ampelocissus acetosa, Ampelocissus aculeata, Ampelocissus africana, Ampelocissus amentaceus, Ampelocissus angolensis, Ampelocissus arachnoidea, Ampelocissus araneosa, Ampelocissus artemisiifolia, Ampelocissus ascendiflora, Ampelocissus banaensis, Ampelocissus barbata, Ampelocissus bombycina, Ampelocissus borneensis, Ampelocissus botryostachys, Ampelocissus butoensis, Ampelocissus capillaris, Ampelocissus cardiospermoides, Ampelocissus celebica, Ampelocissus chaffanjonii, Ampelocissus changensis, Ampelocissus cinnamomea, Ampelocissus complanata, Ampelocissus concinna, Ampelocissus debilis, Ampelocissus dekindtiana, Ampelocissus dichothrix, Ampelocissus dissecta, Ampelocissus divaricata, Ampelocissus dolichobotrys, Ampelocissus edulis, Ampelocissus elegans, Ampelocissus elephantina, Ampelocissus erdvendbergianus, Ampelocissus filipes, Ampelocissus floccosus, Ampelocissus frutescens, Ampelocissus gardineri, Ampelocissus gracilipes, Ampelocissus gracilis, Ampelocissus harmandii, Ampelocissus helferi, Ampelocissus hoabinhensis, Ampelocissus humulifolia, Ampelocissus imperialis, Ampelocissus indica, Ampelocissus iomalla,