Species:
austroyunnanensis
Status:
valid
Authors:
S.G.Lu
Source:
tro
Year:
1998
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 20(1): 45 (1998)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243390
Common Names
- Austroyunnanensis Alsophila
- Alsophila austroyunnanensis
- Austroyunnanensis Alsophila austroyunnanensis
Description
Alsophila austroyunnanensis (also called Austro-Yunnan Alsophila, among many other common names) is a perennial fern native to the Yunnan region of China. It grows in moist, shady forests and has a basal rosette of fronds and small brown spores.
Uses & Benefits
Alsophila austroyunnanensis is used as an ornamental plant and is known for its drought tolerance and ability to thrive in a variety of soil types.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Alsophila austroyunnanensis is a small, yellow, five-petaled flower. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a short stem.
Cultivation and Propagation
Alsophila austroyunnanensis is a fern that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to China and is found in moist, shady areas. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done through spores, which should be sown in spring or summer in a moist, well-drained soil. The spores should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Once established, the plant is low maintenance and requires only occasional watering.
Where to Find Alsophila austroyunnanensis
Alsophila austroyunnanensis can be found in southeastern Asia, from Vietnam to China.
Alsophila austroyunnanensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alsophila austroyunnanensis?
Alsophila austroyunnanensis
What is the family of Alsophila austroyunnanensis?
Cyatheaceae
What are the common names of Alsophila austroyunnanensis?
Southern Yunnan Tree Fern
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,