Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
abyssinica
ID:
1409658

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sch.Bip. ex Walp.) N.G.Bergh

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Taxon 66(6): 1433. 2017 [22 Dec 2017]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422123

Common Names

  • Arrowsmithia abyssinica
  • Abyssinica Arrowsmithia
  • Arrowsmithia Abyssinian

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Description

Arrowsmithia abyssinica (also called 'Abyssinian Arrowsmithia' and 'Abyssinian Fern', among many other common names) is a small fern with a creeping rhizome and simple, ovate to lanceolate fronds. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Arrowsmithia abyssinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Arrowsmithia abyssinica has small yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and brown. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arrowsmithia abyssinica is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Arrowsmithia abyssinica

Arrowsmithia abyssinica is native to tropical Africa.

Arrowsmithia abyssinica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arrowsmithia abyssinica?

Arrowsmithia abyssinica

What is the common name of Arrowsmithia abyssinica?

Abyssinica fern

Where is Arrowsmithia abyssinica native to?

Madagascar

Species in the Asteraceae family

Aaronsohnia pubescens, Aaronsohnia factorovskyi, Abrotanella filiformis, Abrotanella rostrata, Abrotanella linearis, Abrotanella trilobata, Abrotanella muscosa, Abrotanella inconspicua, Abrotanella trichoachaenia, Abrotanella caespitosa, Abrotanella nivigena, Abrotanella pusilla, Abrotanella linearifolia, Abrotanella papuana, Abrotanella rosulata, Abrotanella emarginata, Abrotanella fertilis, Abrotanella spathulata, Abrotanella purpurea, Abrotanella patearoa, Abrotanella submarginata, Abrotanella diemii, Abrotanella scapigera, Abrotanella forsterioides, Acamptopappus shockleyi, Acamptopappus sphaerocephalus, Acanthocephalus benthamianus, Acanthocephalus amplexifolius, Acanthocladium dockeri, Acanthodesmos distichus, Acanthodesmos gibarensis, Acanthospermum humile, Acanthospermum consobrinum, Acanthospermum glabratum, Acanthospermum microcarpum, Acanthospermum hispidum, Acanthospermum australe, Acanthospermum lecocarpoides, Acanthostyles buniifolius, Acanthostyles saucechicoensis, Achillea buiana, Achillea conrathii, Achillea cucullata, Achillea styriaca, Achillea clavennae, Achillea cappadocica, Achillea huber-morathii, Achillea ptarmicoides, Achillea sieheana, Achillea barrelieri,

References

Carl Heinrich 'Bipontinus' Schultz (1805-1867): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sch.Bip.' in the authors string.
Wilhelm Gerhard Walpers (1816-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Walp.' in the authors string.
Nicola Georgina Bergh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.G.Bergh' in the authors string.