Stenochlaena areolaris - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
areolaris
ID:
1116717
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Harr.) Copel.
Source:
tro
Year:
1908
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 2: 406. 1907 [1908?]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001116055
Common Names
- Stenochlaena areolaris
- Areolate Stenochlaena
- Areolate Moonwort
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Stenochlaena areolaris (also called Areolate Stenochlaena, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Blechnaceae. It is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in woodlands and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Stenochlaena areolaris is a fern that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens or as a houseplant. It is also used in erosion control and as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Stenochlaena areolaris has small, greenish-yellow flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Stenochlaena areolaris is a fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in moist, shady areas. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes, which should be done in the spring or early summer. The plant should be kept moist and in partial shade, and can be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Stenochlaena areolaris
Stenochlaena areolaris is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and wetlands.
Species in the Stenochlaena genus
Species in the Blechnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26610633: Based on the initial data import
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.
Mark Walrod Harrington (1848-1926): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Harr.' in the authors string.