Asplenium wachaviense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
wachaviense
ID:
161977
Status:
valid
Authors:
Asch. & Graebn.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Syn. Mitteleur. Fl. ed. 2, 1: 125 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161306
Common Names
- Wachaviense Spleenwort
- Asplenium Spleenwort
- Wachaviense Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Asplenium wachaviense (also called 'Wachavia Spleenwort', among many other common names) is a fern with delicate, fan-shaped fronds. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is found in moist forests, along streams, and in shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Asplenium wachaviense has been used for its medicinal properties, as well as for its ornamental value in gardens. It has been used to treat various ailments, such as fever, headaches, and stomach problems. It is also known to have antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Asplenium wachaviense has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a short, broad calyx. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings have ovate to elliptic leaves.
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Asplenium wachaviense can be propagated by division or cuttings. Division should be done in spring or autumn. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist soil mix. The plants should be grown in full sun or partial shade and should be watered regularly.
Where to Find Asplenium wachaviense
Asplenium wachaviense is found in India, particularly in the Western Ghats of Kerala and Tamil Nadu.
Asplenium wachaviense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Asplenium wachaviense?
Asplenium wachaviense
What is the common name of Asplenium wachaviense?
No common name
What is the family of Asplenium wachaviense?
Aspleniaceae
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,