Status:
valid
Authors:
Thell.
Source:
gcc
Year:
1923
Citation Micro:
Vierteljahrsschr. Naturf. Ges. Zürich lxviii. 446 (1923)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000122481
Common Names
- Equisetoides Phymaspermum
- Phymaspermum Equisetoides
- Horsetail Phymaspermum
Description
Phymaspermum equisetoides (also called Asplenium equisetoides, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in humid forests and other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phymaspermum equisetoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also known to attract butterflies and other pollinators to the garden. The leaves of this plant can also be used as a herbal tea for its calming effects.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phymaspermum equisetoides is a small, white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phymaspermum equisetoides is a perennial herb that can be propagated from seeds or by division. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in a sheltered position in the garden, as it can be damaged by strong winds. It can be propagated by division in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Phymaspermum equisetoides
Phymaspermum equisetoides is found in the Mediterranean region.
Phymaspermum equisetoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phymaspermum equisetoides?
Phymaspermum equisetoides
What is the common name of Phymaspermum equisetoides?
Horsetail-like Phymaspermum
What is the natural habitat of Phymaspermum equisetoides?
Grasslands of South Africa
Species in the Phymaspermum genus
Phymaspermum villosum,
Phymaspermum athanasioides,
Phymaspermum scoparium,
Phymaspermum leptophyllum,
Phymaspermum appressum,
Phymaspermum peglerae,
Phymaspermum carnosulum,
Phymaspermum aciculare,
Phymaspermum junceum,
Phymaspermum montanum,
Phymaspermum argenteum,
Phymaspermum bolusii,
Phymaspermum pubescens,
Phymaspermum parvifolium,
Phymaspermum acerosum,
Phymaspermum pinnatifidum,
Phymaspermum erubescens,
Phymaspermum equisetoides,
Phymaspermum woodii,
Phymaspermum schroeteri,
Phymaspermum aciculare,
Phymaspermum leptophyllum,
Phymaspermum parvifolium,
Phymaspermum trifidum,
Phymaspermum aphyllum,
Phymaspermum oppositifolium,
Phymaspermum comptonii,
Phymaspermum thymelaeoides,
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,