Status:
valid
Authors:
Suess.
Source:
cmp
Year:
1938
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. État Bruxelles 15: 69 (1938)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000394629
Common Names
- Psilotrichum axilliflorum
- Axilliflorum Psilotrichum
- Psilotrichum Axilliflorum Tree
Description
Psilotrichum axilliflorum (also called Axillary Psilotrichum, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Psilotrichaceae 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
Psilotrichum axilliflorum 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 Psilotrichum axilliflorum is yellow and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Psilotrichum axilliflorum is a small to medium-sized evergreen tree native to India. It is easy to propagate from cuttings or by air layering. It can be grown in full sun or partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F).
Where to Find Psilotrichum axilliflorum
Psilotrichum axilliflorum is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.
Psilotrichum axilliflorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Psilotrichum axilliflorum?
Psilotrichum axilliflorum
What is the common name of Psilotrichum axilliflorum?
Axillary-flowered psilotrichum
What is the natural habitat of Psilotrichum axilliflorum?
It is native to China, Japan, and Korea
Species in the Psilotrichum genus
Psilotrichum gnaphalobryum,
Psilotrichum axilliflorum,
Psilotrichum scleranthum,
Psilotrichum boivinianum,
Psilotrichum madagascariense,
Psilotrichum laxiflorum,
Psilotrichum tomentosum,
Psilotrichum cyathuloides,
Psilotrichum sericeum,
Psilotrichum majus,
Psilotrichum fallax,
Psilotrichum vollesenii,
Psilotrichum schimperi,
Psilotrichum ferrugineum,
Psilotrichum yunnanense,
Psilotrichum erythrostachyum,
Species in the Amaranthaceae family
Achyranthes arborescens,
Achyranthes aspera,
Achyranthes bidentata,
Achyranthes diandra,
Achyranthes fasciculata,
Achyranthes mangarevica,
Achyranthes marchionica,
Achyranthes margaretarum,
Achyranthes mutica,
Achyranthes splendens,
Achyranthes talbotii,
Achyranthes shahii,
Achyropsis avicularis,
Achyropsis filifolia,
Achyropsis fruticulosa,
Achyropsis gracilis,
Achyropsis laniceps,
Achyropsis leptostachya,
Acroglochin obtusifolia,
Acroglochin persicarioides,
Aerva artemisioides,
Aerva caudata,
Aerva congesta,
Aerva coriacea,
Aerva edulis,
Aerva glabrata,
Aerva humbertii,
Aerva javanica,
Aerva lanata,
Aerva leucura,
Aerva madagassica,
Aerva microphylla,
Aerva monsonia,
Aerva radicans,
Aerva revoluta,
Aerva sanguinolenta,
Aerva timorensis,
Aerva triangularifolia,
Aerva villosa,
Aerva wightii,
Agathophora alopecuroides,
Agriophyllum lateriflorum,
Agriophyllum latifolium,
Agriophyllum minus,
Agriophyllum montasirii,
Agriophyllum paletzkianum,
Agriophyllum squarrosum,
Allenrolfea occidentalis,
Allenrolfea patagonica,
Allenrolfea vaginata,