Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Gentianales
Genus:
Species:
volubilis
ID:
1305038

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rapini & U.C.S.Silva

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 37: 803 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317492



Common Names

  • Minaria volubilis
  • Climbing Minaria
  • Voluble Minaria


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Description

Minaria volubilis (also called 'Climbing Fern', among many other common names) is a species of fern native to South America. It is a climbing fern with long, thin, light green fronds that can reach up to two meters in length. It is found in tropical and subtropical regions, usually in moist, shady habitats such as rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Minaria volubilis is a popular ornamental plant that is often used as a houseplant. It has attractive foliage and can be used to bring a touch of greenery to any space. It is also known to be a good air purifier, as it can help to remove toxins from the air.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Minaria volubilis has yellow flowers with three petals and a yellow center. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Minaria volubilis can be propagated by division or by seeds. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into several smaller pieces, each with at least one leaf and one stem. The pieces should then be planted in moist, well-draining soil. When propagating by seeds, the seeds should be sown on moist, well-draining soil. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks.

Where to Find Minaria volubilis

Minaria volubilis is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Minaria volubilis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Minaria volubilis?

Minaria volubilis

What type of plant is Minaria volubilis?

Vine

Where is Minaria volubilis native to?

Brazil

Species in the Apocynaceae family

Acokanthera laevigata, Acokanthera oblongifolia, Acokanthera oppositifolia, Acokanthera rotundata, Acokanthera schimperi, Adenium boehmianum, Adenium multiflorum, Adenium obesum, Adenium oleifolium, Adenium swazicum, Adenium dhofarense, Aganosma breviloba, Aganosma cymosa, Aganosma gracilis, Aganosma lacei, Aganosma petelotii, Aganosma schlechteriana, Aganosma siamensis, Aganosma wallichii, Aganosma heynei, Alafia alba, Alafia barteri, Alafia benthamii, Alafia berrieri, Alafia calophylla, Alafia caudata, Alafia erythrophthalma, Alafia falcata, Alafia fuscata, Alafia insularis, Alafia intermedia, Alafia landolphioides, Alafia lucida, Alafia microstylis, Alafia multiflora, Alafia nigrescens, Alafia orientalis, Alafia parciflora, Alafia pauciflora, Alafia perrieri, Alafia schumannii, Alafia thouarsii, Alafia vallium, Alafia verschuereni, Alafia whytei, Alafia zambesiaca, Allamanda calcicola, Allamanda angustifolia, Allamanda blanchetii, Allamanda cathartica,

References

Alessandro Rapini (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rapini' in the authors string.
Uiara Catharina Soares e Silva (b.1987): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'U.C.S.Silva' in the authors string.