Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
borbonica
ID:
1226550

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Desv.) R.M.Tryon

Source:
tro

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 30 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001225888



Common Names

  • Alsophila borbonica
  • Borbonica Alsophila
  • Alsophila


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Description

Alsophila borbonica (also called Bourbon Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Cyatheaceae. It is a large, terrestrial fern with a stout, erect rhizome and large fronds. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Bolivia, and is found in humid, shady forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila borbonica is an evergreen fern that is often used as a ground cover in shady areas. It is also used in gardens and parks for its attractive foliage and fronds.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Alsophila borbonica var. latifolia (Hook.) J.P.Roux
Alsophila borbonica var. sevathiana (Janssen & Rakotondr.) J.P.Roux

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alsophila borbonica has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, dark green and oval-shaped.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila borbonica is a fern native to Madagascar. It is an epiphytic species that grows on trees in humid forests. It can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a moist, shady environment and should be grown in a potting mix that is well-drained and contains plenty of organic matter. The pot should be placed in a bright, indirect light. The soil should be kept moist but not wet. Fertilizer should be applied every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Alsophila borbonica

Alsophila borbonica is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Alsophila borbonica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila borbonica?

Alsophila borbonica

What is the common name of Alsophila borbonica?

Bourbon Tree-fern

What type of plant is Alsophila borbonica?

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50047122: Based on the initial data import
Nicaise Auguste Desvaux (1784-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desv.' in the authors string.
Rolla M. Tryon Jr. (1916-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Tryon' in the authors string.