Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
cryptantha
ID:
1277228

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mattf.) Molinari

Source:
tro

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Polish Bot. J. 61: 276 (2016)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276566



Common Names

  • Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha
  • Cryptantha Pycnophyllopsis
  • Cryptantha Pycnophyllum


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Description

Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha (also called 'Cryptantha Fern', among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Pteridaceae family. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in tropical rainforests, montane forests, and disturbed habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha has yellow flowers with a diameter of about 2 cm. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha is an epiphytic fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It can be grown from spores, but it can take up to two years for the plant to reach maturity. It can also be propagated by division in the spring or fall.

Where to Find Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha

Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha can be found in the Mediterranean region.

Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha?

Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha

What is the family of Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha?

Polypodiaceae

Where is Pycnophyllopsis cryptantha found?

Central America

Species in the Caryophyllaceae family

Acanthophyllum acerosum, Acanthophyllum aculeatum, Acanthophyllum adenophorum, Acanthophyllum albidum, Acanthophyllum andarabicum, Acanthophyllum andersenii, Acanthophyllum anisocladum, Acanthophyllum bilobum, Acanthophyllum bracteatum, Acanthophyllum brevibracteatum, Acanthophyllum caespitosum, Acanthophyllum coloratum, Acanthophyllum crassifolium, Acanthophyllum cyrtostegium, Acanthophyllum diezianum, Acanthophyllum elatius, Acanthophyllum fissicalyx, Acanthophyllum glandulosum, Acanthophyllum gracile, Acanthophyllum grandiflorum, Acanthophyllum kabulicum, Acanthophyllum kandaharicum, Acanthophyllum knorringianum, Acanthophyllum korolkowii, Acanthophyllum korshinskyi, Acanthophyllum krascheninnikovii, Acanthophyllum lamondiae, Acanthophyllum laxiflorum, Acanthophyllum laxiusculum, Acanthophyllum lilacinum, Acanthophyllum longicalyx, Acanthophyllum macrodon, Acanthophyllum maimanense, Acanthophyllum mikeschinianum, Acanthophyllum mucronatum, Acanthophyllum oppositiflorum, Acanthophyllum pachycephalum, Acanthophyllum pachystegium, Acanthophyllum pleiostegium, Acanthophyllum popovii, Acanthophyllum pulcherrimum, Acanthophyllum pulchrum, Acanthophyllum pungens, Acanthophyllum raphiophyllum, Acanthophyllum recurvum, Acanthophyllum sarawschanicum, Acanthophyllum scapiflorum, Acanthophyllum schugnanicum, Acanthophyllum sordidum, Acanthophyllum speciosum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50288980: Based on the initial data import
Johannes Mattfeld (1895-1951): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mattf.' in the authors string.
Eduardo Antonio Molinari Novoa (b.1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Molinari' in the authors string.