Status:
valid
Authors:
Rosselló, Cubas, Gradaille & B.Sastre
Source:
ipni
Year:
1990
Citation Micro:
Fern Gaz. 13(6): 354; contrary to Art. (1990)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000152292
Common Names
- Artanense Spleenwort
- Giant Spleenwort
- Mountain Spleenwort
Description
Asplenium artanense (also called Arta Asplenium, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Aspleniaceae family. It is native to the eastern Mediterranean region, where it grows in rocky habitats. It is a small, evergreen fern with fronds that are up to 20 cm long and have a triangular shape.
Uses & Benefits
Asplenium artanense is a fern that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also known to have medicinal properties, such as being able to treat skin conditions, wounds, and inflammation. It is also known to be a natural air purifier, as it can absorb pollutants from the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asplenium artanense has small, pink flowers that are clustered in groups of three. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Asplenium artanense is a small evergreen fern that is native to the Mediterranean region. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few months.
Where to Find Asplenium artanense
Asplenium artanense can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including parts of Africa, Asia, and Central and South America.
Asplenium artanense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asplenium artanense?
Asplenium artanense
What is the common name of Asplenium artanense?
Arta spleenwort
What is the natural habitat of Asplenium artanense?
Rocky cliffs and walls
Species in the Asplenium genus
Asplenium acostae,
Asplenium acrobryum,
Asplenium aegaeum,
Asplenium aequibasis,
Asplenium akaishiense,
Asplenium albersii,
Asplenium alvarezense,
Asplenium amaurolobum,
Asplenium amboinense,
Asplenium amoenum,
Asplenium aneitense,
Asplenium anguifrons,
Asplenium anguineum,
Asplenium apoense,
Asplenium aran-tohanum,
Asplenium araucarieti,
Asplenium artanense,
Asplenium ascensionis,
Asplenium athertonense,
Asplenium atrovirens,
Asplenium atuntzeense,
Asplenium austrobrasiliense,
Asplenium badense,
Asplenium barrancense,
Asplenium batuense,
Asplenium bavaricum,
Asplenium bechereri,
Asplenium beckeri,
Asplenium belloides,
Asplenium bicarinatum,
Asplenium bicentenniale,
Asplenium bipinnatifidum,
Asplenium borneense,
Asplenium bouharmontii,
Asplenium bourgaei,
Asplenium brachycarpum,
Asplenium bradeanum,
Asplenium brissaginense,
Asplenium bugoiense,
Asplenium burundense,
Asplenium capitisyork,
Asplenium carinatum,
Asplenium cariocanum,
Asplenium carnarvonense,
Asplenium carruthersii,
Asplenium celtibericum,
Asplenium centovallense,
Asplenium centrafricanum,
Asplenium cesatianum,
Asplenium chasmophilum,
Species in the Aspleniaceae family
Asplenicystopteris blindii,
Asplenium acostae,
Asplenium acrobryum,
Asplenium aegaeum,
Asplenium aequibasis,
Asplenium akaishiense,
Asplenium albersii,
Asplenium alvarezense,
Asplenium amaurolobum,
Asplenium amboinense,
Asplenium amoenum,
Asplenium aneitense,
Asplenium anguifrons,
Asplenium anguineum,
Asplenium apoense,
Asplenium aran-tohanum,
Asplenium araucarieti,
Asplenium artanense,
Asplenium ascensionis,
Asplenium athertonense,
Asplenium atrovirens,
Asplenium atuntzeense,
Asplenium austrobrasiliense,
Asplenium badense,
Asplenium barrancense,
Asplenium batuense,
Asplenium bavaricum,
Asplenium bechereri,
Asplenium beckeri,
Asplenium belloides,
Asplenium bicarinatum,
Asplenium bicentenniale,
Asplenium bipinnatifidum,
Asplenium borneense,
Asplenium bouharmontii,
Asplenium bourgaei,
Asplenium brachycarpum,
Asplenium bradeanum,
Asplenium brissaginense,
Asplenium bugoiense,
Asplenium burundense,
Asplenium capitisyork,
Asplenium carinatum,
Asplenium cariocanum,
Asplenium carnarvonense,
Asplenium carruthersii,
Asplenium celtibericum,
Asplenium centovallense,
Asplenium centrafricanum,
Asplenium cesatianum,
References
Paloma J.A. Cubas: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cubas' in the authors string.
J.L. Gradaille: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gradaille' in the authors string.
B. Sastre: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Sastre' in the authors string.