Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
boiviniiformis
ID:
1409816

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rakotondr. & Janssen) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:06. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422281



Common Names

  • Alsophila boiviniiformis
  • Boiviniiformis Fern
  • Boiviniiformis Alsophila


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Description

Alsophila boiviniiformis (also called Boivin's alsophila, among many other common names) is a fern species native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen fern with leathery, glossy, dark green fronds that are triangular in shape and have a distinctively scalloped margin. It grows in moist, shady places, often in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila boiviniiformis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alsophila boiviniiformis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila boiviniiformis is an evergreen fern that can be grown in partial shade or full sun. It is best propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and can tolerate some drought. It is hardy to USDA Zone 8.

Where to Find Alsophila boiviniiformis

Alsophila boiviniiformis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Alsophila boiviniiformis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila boiviniiformis?

Alsophila boiviniiformis

What is the common name of Alsophila boiviniiformis?

Boiviniiformis Alsophila

What type of environment does Alsophila boiviniiformis prefer?

Alsophila boiviniiformis prefers moist, shady environments.

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

France Rakotondrainibe (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rakotondr.' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Thomas Janssen (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Janssen' in the authors string.