Plagiopteron suaveolens - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Celastrales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
1240620
Status:
valid
Authors:
Griff.
Source:
tro
Year:
1843
Citation Micro:
Calcutta J. Nat. Hist. 4: 244 (1843)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001239958
Common Names
- Plagiopteron Suaveolens
- Suaveolens Plagiopteron
- Suaveolens Plagiopteron
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Plagiopteron suaveolens (also called Chinese sweet-scented fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern that is native to China. It has delicate, lacy fronds and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Plagiopteron suaveolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Plagiopteron suaveolens has white flowers, small black seeds and thin seedlings.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Plagiopteron suaveolens is a perennial plant that is easy to propagate from seed or division. It can be grown in full sun to partial shade and prefers moist, well-drained soils. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost. It can be propagated by division or by taking stem cuttings in spring or summer.
Where to Find Plagiopteron suaveolens
Plagiopteron suaveolens is native to China and can be found in the provinces of Guangdong, Guangxi, and Yunnan.
Plagiopteron suaveolens FAQ
What is the scientific name of Plagiopteron suaveolens?
Plagiopteron suaveolens
What is the common name of Plagiopteron suaveolens?
Suaveolens Plagiopteron
Where is Plagiopteron suaveolens native to?
China
Species in the Plagiopteron genus
Species in the Celastraceae family
Acanthothamnus aphyllus, Allocassine laurifolia, Anthodon decussatus, Anthodon panamense, Apatophyllum constablei, Apatophyllum flavovirens, Apatophyllum macgillivrayi, Apatophyllum olsenii, Apatophyllum teretifolium, Apodostigma pallens, Arnicratea cambodiana, Arnicratea ferruginea, Bequaertia mucronata, Brassiantha pentamera, Brassiantha hedraiantheroides, Brexia alaticarpa, Brexia australis, Brexia madagascariensis, Brexia marioniae, Brexiella cymosa, Brexiella ilicifolia, Campylostemon angolense, Campylostemon bequaertii, Campylostemon danckelmannianus, Campylostemon laurentii, Campylostemon lindequistianus, Campylostemon mitophorus, Campylostemon warneckeanum, Canotia holacantha, Canotia wendtii, Cassine albens, Cassine balae, Cassine burkeana, Cassine congylos, Cassine grossa, Cassine kedarnathii, Cassine koordersii, Cassine megaphylla, Cassine micrantha, Cassine obiensis, Cassine parvifolia, Cassine peragua, Cassine kamurensis, Catha edulis, Celastrus aculeatus, Celastrus angulata, Celastrus australis, Celastrus caseariifolius, Celastrus cuneatus, Celastrus flagellaris,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50105470: Based on the initial data import
William Griffith (1810-1845): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Griff.' in the authors string.