Status:
valid
Authors:
(Y.Ling & Y.Q.Tseng) Holub
Source:
wcvp
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Preslia 70(2): 108 (1998):.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422036
Common Names
- Omalotheca Nanchuanensis
- Omalotheca
- Nanchuanensis Fern
Description
Omalotheca nanchuanensis (also called Nanchuan Omalotheca, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Asteraceae. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of China. It typically grows in moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Omalotheca nanchuanensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Omalotheca nanchuanensis has small, white flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small, black and glossy, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Omalotheca nanchuanensis is a terrestrial fern that can be grown in moist, shady areas. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores. Spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Omalotheca nanchuanensis
Omalotheca nanchuanensis can be found in moist woodlands and forests in Central and South America.
Omalotheca nanchuanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Omalotheca nanchuanensis?
Omalotheca nanchuanensis
What is the common name of Omalotheca nanchuanensis?
Nanchuan Feather-Moss
Where is Omalotheca nanchuanensis found?
It is found in China
Species in the Omalotheca genus
Omalotheca roeseri,
Omalotheca traunsteineri,
Omalotheca supina,
Omalotheca hoppeana,
Omalotheca leucopilina,
Omalotheca sylvatica,
Omalotheca supina,
Omalotheca caucasica,
Omalotheca norvegica,
Omalotheca nanchuensis,
Omalotheca nanchuanensis,
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
Yong Qian Tseng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.Q.Tseng' in the authors string.