Status:
valid
Authors:
Mennega
Source:
tro
Year:
1968
Citation Micro:
Proc. Kon. Ned. Akad. Wetensch. C 71: 555 (1968)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001250709
Common Names
- Dicranostyles
- False-Chenopodium
- False-Goosefoot
Description
Dicranostyles solimoesensis (also called Solimoes Dicranostyles, among many other common names) is a fern species native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical climates in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Dicranostyles solimoesensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as for treating skin diseases, fever, and coughs.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Dicranostyles solimoesensis has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have narrow, linear leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Dicranostyles solimoesensis is a perennial plant that is propagated by seed or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by taking cuttings from the stems and leaves, and by division of the plant.
Where to Find Dicranostyles solimoesensis
Dicranostyles solimoesensis can be found in Central and South America.
Dicranostyles solimoesensis FAQ
What is the natural habitat of Dicranostyles solimoesensis?
Dicranostyles solimoesensis is found in tropical forests in South America.
What type of soil does Dicranostyles solimoesensis prefer?
Dicranostyles solimoesensis prefers moist, well-drained soil.
How often should Dicranostyles solimoesensis be watered?
Dicranostyles solimoesensis should be watered twice a week.
Species in the Dicranostyles genus
Dicranostyles guianensis,
Dicranostyles globostigma,
Dicranostyles costanensis,
Dicranostyles solimoesensis,
Dicranostyles densa,
Dicranostyles falconiana,
Dicranostyles ampla,
Dicranostyles holostyla,
Dicranostyles integra,
Dicranostyles laxa,
Dicranostyles longifolia,
Dicranostyles mildbraediana,
Dicranostyles scandens,
Dicranostyles villosus,
Dicranostyles sericea,
Species in the Convolvulaceae family
Aniseia harmandii,
Aniseia martinicensis,
Aniseia argentina,
Aniseia luxurians,
Argyreia adpressa,
Argyreia apoensis,
Argyreia arakuensis,
Argyreia atropurpurea,
Argyreia barbata,
Argyreia barbigera,
Argyreia barnesii,
Argyreia bifrons,
Argyreia boholensis,
Argyreia boseana,
Argyreia bracteosa,
Argyreia breviscapa,
Argyreia caudata,
Argyreia celebica,
Argyreia cinerea,
Argyreia coacta,
Argyreia confusa,
Argyreia congesta,
Argyreia coonoorensis,
Argyreia corneri,
Argyreia crispa,
Argyreia cucullata,
Argyreia cymosa,
Argyreia daltonii,
Argyreia discolor,
Argyreia elliptica,
Argyreia erinacea,
Argyreia fulgens,
Argyreia glabra,
Argyreia hancorniifolia,
Argyreia hirsutissima,
Argyreia hookeri,
Argyreia involucrata,
Argyreia kerrii,
Argyreia kleiniana,
Argyreia kunstleri,
Argyreia kurzii,
Argyreia lamii,
Argyreia lanceolata,
Argyreia laotica,
Argyreia lawii,
Argyreia leschenaultii,
Argyreia linggaensis,
Argyreia longifolia,
Argyreia luzonensis,
Argyreia maingayi,