Status:
valid
Authors:
Al-Shehbaz, T.Y.Cheo, L.L.Lu & G.Yang
Source:
tro
Year:
2000
Citation Micro:
Edinburgh J. Bot. 57: 167 (2000)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254514
Common Names
- Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum
- Angustiseptatum Pegaeophyton
- Pegaeophyton Angustiseptatum
Description
Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum (also called Narrow-Septate Pegaeophyton, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia. It is a climbing fern that grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum are small and white. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small with a single pair of opposite leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.
Where to Find Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum
Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum is found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum?
Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum
What is the common name of Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum?
Narrow-septate Pegaeophyton
What is the habitat of Pegaeophyton angustiseptatum?
It is found in dry, rocky habitats
Species in the Pegaeophyton genus
Species in the Brassicaceae family
Abdra brachycarpa,
Abdra aprica,
Acuston perenne,
Aethionema rhodopaeum,
Aethionema alanyae,
Aethionema arabicum,
Aethionema armenum,
Aethionema capitatum,
Aethionema carlsbergii,
Aethionema carneum,
Aethionema cephalanthum,
Aethionema cordatum,
Aethionema coridifolium,
Aethionema demirizii,
Aethionema diastrophis,
Aethionema dumanii,
Aethionema edentulum,
Aethionema eunomioides,
Aethionema fimbriatum,
Aethionema froedinii,
Aethionema gileadense,
Aethionema glaucinum,
Aethionema grandiflorum,
Aethionema heterocarpum,
Aethionema heterophyllum,
Aethionema huber-morathii,
Aethionema karamanicum,
Aethionema lepidioides,
Aethionema levandowskyi,
Aethionema lycium,
Aethionema marashicum,
Aethionema membranaceum,
Aethionema munzurense,
Aethionema orbiculatum,
Aethionema papillosum,
Aethionema retsina,
Aethionema saxatile,
Aethionema schistosum,
Aethionema semnanensis,
Aethionema speciosum,
Aethionema spicatum,
Aethionema stylosum,
Aethionema subulatum,
Aethionema syriacum,
Aethionema thesiifolium,
Aethionema thomasianum,
Aethionema transhyrcanum,
Aethionema turcicum,
Aethionema umbellatum,
Aethionema virgatum,
References
Guang Yang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'G.Yang' in the authors string.