Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
ericifolia
ID:
1409659

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forssk.) N.G.Bergh

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422124



Common Names

  • Arrowsmithia ericifolia
  • Ericifolia Arrowsmithia
  • Arrowsmithia Heather-Leaf


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Description

Arrowsmithia ericifolia (also called 'Ericifolia Arrowsmithia' and 'Ericifolia 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 ericifolia 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 ericifolia has small yellow flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Arrowsmithia ericifolia is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and 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 ericifolia

Arrowsmithia ericifolia is native to tropical Africa.

Arrowsmithia ericifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Arrowsmithia ericifolia?

Arrowsmithia ericifolia

What is the common name of Arrowsmithia ericifolia?

Ericifolia fern

Where is Arrowsmithia ericifolia 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

Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.
Nicola Georgina Bergh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.G.Bergh' in the authors string.