Alsophila amboinensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
amboinensis
ID:
1253883
Status:
valid
Authors:
Alderw.
Source:
tro
Year:
1916
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 11: 103 (1916)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253221
Common Names
- Alsophila amboinensis
- Amboina Tree Fern
- Amboina Tree Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alsophila amboinensis (also called Amboina tree fern, among many other common names) is a species of tree fern in the family Cyatheaceae. It is a large tree fern, growing up to 10 meters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to China and Japan. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Alsophila amboinensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and can be used as a natural air purifier.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Alsophila amboinensis has small white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few small leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Alsophila amboinensis is a fern, usually growing to a height of 30-60 cm. It can be propagated from spores or division. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in partial shade.
Where to Find Alsophila amboinensis
Alsophila amboinensis can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Alsophila amboinensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alsophila amboinensis?
Alsophila amboinensis
What is the common name of Alsophila amboinensis?
Amboina Tree Fern
What is the natural habitat of Alsophila amboinensis?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, especially in Southeast Asia.
Species in the Alsophila genus
Alsophila acanthophora, Alsophila acuminata, Alsophila alderwereltii, Alsophila alleniae, Alsophila alta, Alsophila aneitensis, Alsophila apoensis, Alsophila archboldii, Alsophila baroumba, Alsophila borneensis, Alsophila boytelii, Alsophila brausei, Alsophila brevipinna, Alsophila buennemeijeri, Alsophila callosa, Alsophila catillifera, Alsophila celsa, Alsophila cicatricosa, Alsophila cincinnata, Alsophila cinerea, Alsophila coactilis, Alsophila confinis, Alsophila costalisora, Alsophila crinita, Alsophila cubensis, Alsophila cucullifera, Alsophila cunninghamii, Alsophila deckenii, Alsophila dicksonioides, Alsophila doctersii, Alsophila edanoi, Alsophila eriophora, Alsophila everta, Alsophila excavata, Alsophila fagildei, Alsophila ferdinandii, Alsophila ferruginea, Alsophila foersteri, Alsophila geluensis, Alsophila glaberrima, Alsophila gleichenioides, Alsophila grangaudiana, Alsophila halconensis, Alsophila havilandii, Alsophila hooglandii, Alsophila hookeri, Alsophila horridula, Alsophila humilis, Alsophila hymenodes, Alsophila imbricata,
Species in the Cyatheaceae family
Alsophila acanthophora, Alsophila acuminata, Alsophila alderwereltii, Alsophila alleniae, Alsophila alta, Alsophila aneitensis, Alsophila apoensis, Alsophila archboldii, Alsophila baroumba, Alsophila borneensis, Alsophila boytelii, Alsophila brausei, Alsophila brevipinna, Alsophila buennemeijeri, Alsophila callosa, Alsophila catillifera, Alsophila celsa, Alsophila cicatricosa, Alsophila cincinnata, Alsophila cinerea, Alsophila coactilis, Alsophila confinis, Alsophila costalisora, Alsophila crinita, Alsophila cubensis, Alsophila cucullifera, Alsophila cunninghamii, Alsophila deckenii, Alsophila dicksonioides, Alsophila doctersii, Alsophila edanoi, Alsophila eriophora, Alsophila everta, Alsophila excavata, Alsophila fagildei, Alsophila ferdinandii, Alsophila ferruginea, Alsophila foersteri, Alsophila geluensis, Alsophila glaberrima, Alsophila gleichenioides, Alsophila grangaudiana, Alsophila halconensis, Alsophila havilandii, Alsophila hooglandii, Alsophila hookeri, Alsophila horridula, Alsophila humilis, Alsophila hymenodes, Alsophila imbricata,
References
Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17279420-1: Based on the initial data import