Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
octoploideum
ID:
158804

Status:
valid

Authors:
Viane & Van den heede

Source:
ipni

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
GEP News 9: 3. 2002 [7 Oct. 2002]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158133



Common Names

  • Bird's-nest Fern
  • Octoploid Spleenwort
  • Asplenium Octoploideum


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Description

Asplenium octoploideum (also called Octopus Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial evergreen fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has a creeping habit and grows up to 30 cm tall. Its fronds are pinnate, with 8-15 pairs of leaflets. It grows in moist forests, shady areas, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Asplenium octoploideum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also a popular houseplant, as it is easy to care for and can tolerate low light levels. Its leaves can be used as mulch, and its wood can be used for fuel. Additionally, it can be used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Asplenium octoploideum are small and green. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are pale green and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Asplenium octoploideum can be propagated by division or cuttings. Divisions should be taken in spring or autumn and planted in a well-drained soil mix. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. It prefers partial shade to full shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Asplenium octoploideum

Asplenium octoploideum can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of South America.

Asplenium octoploideum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Asplenium octoploideum?

Asplenium octoploideum

What are the common names of Asplenium octoploideum?

Octopus fern, octopus fern

What is the natural habitat of Asplenium octoploideum?

Asplenium octoploideum is found in tropical rainforests of South America

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

Ronald Louis Leo Viane (b.1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Viane' in the authors string.
Caroline J. Van den heede: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Van den heede' in the authors string.