Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
harleyanum
ID:
156385

Status:
valid

Authors:
G.Kunkel

Source:
ipni

Year:
1965

Citation Micro:
Ber. Schweiz. Bot. Ges. 75: 54, f. 1. 1965. (1965)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155714



Common Names

  • Harley's Spleenwort
  • Harleyanum
  • Asplenium


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Description

Asplenium harleyanum (also called Harley's spleenwort, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Aspleniaceae. It is native to South America and Central America. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Asplenium harleyanum is an ornamental plant that is used to decorate gardens and landscapes. It has a trailing habit and produces white flowers. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, coughs, and skin problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Asplenium harleyanum is a small, white, bell-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedling is a small, green, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplenium harleyanum can be propagated by division or cuttings. Divisions should be taken from the root ball and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-drained potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, sunny location and watered regularly.

Where to Find Asplenium harleyanum

Asplenium harleyanum is found in the Mediterranean region, mainly in the Balearic Islands, Spain, and Portugal.

Asplenium harleyanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplenium harleyanum?

Asplenium harleyanum

What is the common name of Asplenium harleyanum?

Harley's Spleenwort

What is the natural habitat of Asplenium harleyanum?

Native to the Mediterranean region

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,