Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aschersonianum
ID:
1409631

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Janka) D.Gut.Larr., Santos-Vicente, Anderb., E.Rico & M.M.Mart.Ort.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Taxon 67(1): 159. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422096



Common Names

  • Pentanema aschersonianum
  • Aschersonianum Pentanema
  • Aschersonianum Fern


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Description

Pentanema aschersonianum (also called 'Aschersonian Pentanema', among many other common names) is an annual herb with small, white flowers. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pentanema aschersonianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pentanema aschersonianum has small, yellow flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pentanema aschersonianum is a tropical fern native to India and Sri Lanka. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome. It is best grown in a moist, shady environment with well-draining soil. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome or by spore sowing.

Where to Find Pentanema aschersonianum

Pentanema aschersonianum is found in the tropical rainforests of India.

Pentanema aschersonianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pentanema aschersonianum?

Pentanema aschersonianum

What is the common name of Pentanema aschersonianum?

Ascherson's pentanema

What are the characteristics of Pentanema aschersonianum?

Pentanema aschersonianum is a small, annual herb with linear, alternate leaves and small, white flowers.

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

Arne A. Anderberg (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Anderb.' in the authors string.
Victor von Janka (1837-1890): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Janka' in the authors string.
Enrique Rico (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Rico' in the authors string.
María Montserrat Martínez Ortega (b.1969): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.M.Mart.Ort.' in the authors string.
David Gutiérrez-Larruscain: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Gut.Larr.' in the authors string.
María Santos-Vicente: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Santos-Vicente' in the authors string.