Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
cubensis
ID:
140224

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Underw. ex Maxon) Caluff & Shelton

Source:
ipni

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Fl. Rep. Cuba, Ser. A. Pl. Vasc. 8(2): 29 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139553



Common Names

  • Cuban Sori Fern
  • Cuban Shield Fern
  • Cuban Chain Fern


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Synonyms

  • Nephelea woodwardioides cubensis (Maxon) Gastony [unknown]
  • Cyathea cubensis Underw. ex Maxon [unknown]
  • Nephelea cubensis (Maxon) R.M.Tryon [unknown]

Description

Alsophila cubensis (also called Alsophila, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern that is native to Southeast Asia. It has long, lanceolate fronds and small, brown spores. It is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila cubensis is an attractive ornamental plant that is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila cubensis is a small, yellowish-greenish color, with a long, slender stem. The seed is a small, brownish-gray, roundish shape. The seedlings are small, yellowish-greenish in color, with a long, slender stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Alsophila cubensis: Alsophila cubensis can be propagated by seed or by division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, moist, and fertile soil. The seedlings should be kept in a warm and humid environment. The plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. Division is best done in spring or early summer when the plant is actively growing.

Where to Find Alsophila cubensis

Alsophila cubensis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Alsophila cubensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila cubensis?

Alsophila cubensis

What is the common name of Alsophila cubensis?

Cuban Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Alsophila cubensis?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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

Lucien Marcus Underwood (1853-1907): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Underw.' in the authors string.
William Ralph Maxon (1877-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxon' in the authors string.
Manuel García Caluff (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Caluff' in the authors string.
Gustavo Shelton: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shelton' in the authors string.