Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asterales
Family:
Species:
sakiranus
ID:
1409593

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Cuatrec.) Pruski

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron 2017-61: 28. [6 Sep 2017] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422058



Common Names

  • Talamancaster Sakiranus
  • Talamancaster
  • Sakiranus Fern


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Description

Talamancaster sakiranus (also called Sakiran's Talamancaster, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Costa Rica and Panama. It has a creeping rhizome and triangular fronds. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and damp rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Talamancaster sakiranus is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Talamancaster sakiranus has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Talamancaster sakiranus 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, but prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Talamancaster sakiranus

Talamancaster sakiranus is found in Costa Rica.

Talamancaster sakiranus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Talamancaster sakiranus?

Talamancaster sakiranus

What is the common name of Talamancaster sakiranus?

No common name

Where is Talamancaster sakiranus found?

Costa Rica

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

José Cuatrecasas (1903-1996): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cuatrec.' in the authors string.
John Francis Pruski (b.1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pruski' in the authors string.