Status:
valid
Authors:
Christ
Source:
ipni
Year:
1904
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 2(4): 618. 1904
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139485
Common Names
- Woodwardia intermedia
- Intermediate Chain Fern
- Intermediate Leather Fern
Description
Woodwardia intermedia (also called Intermediate Chain Fern, among many other common names) is a medium-sized fern that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the Pacific Northwest and is found in moist forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Woodwardia intermedia has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments, such as fever, colds, and headaches.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Woodwardia intermedia is a small yellow flower with a yellow center and white petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Woodwardia intermedia is a fern native to the western United States and Canada. It can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, acidic soil and partial shade. It is hardy in USDA Hardiness Zones 4-9.
Where to Find Woodwardia intermedia
Woodwardia intermedia can be found in the Mediterranean region, including parts of Spain, Portugal, and Italy.
Woodwardia intermedia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Woodwardia intermedia?
Woodwardia intermedia
What type of plant is Woodwardia intermedia?
Fern
Where is Woodwardia intermedia native to?
Japan
Species in the Woodwardia genus
Woodwardia auriculata,
Woodwardia intermedia,
Woodwardia izuensis,
Woodwardia orientalis,
Woodwardia radicans,
Woodwardia unigemmata,
Woodwardia areolata,
Woodwardia virginica,
Woodwardia fimbriata,
Woodwardia spinulosa,
Woodwardia apogama,
Woodwardia japonica,
Woodwardia harlandii,
Woodwardia kempii,
Woodwardia martinezii,
Woodwardia prolifera,
Woodwardia magnifica,
Woodwardia semicordata,
Species in the Blechnaceae family