Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
edanoi
ID:
140238

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Copel.) R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 33 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139567



Common Names

  • Edano's Tree Fern
  • Edano's Alsophila
  • Tree Fern


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Synonyms

  • Cyathea edanoi Copel. [unknown]

Description

Alsophila edanoi (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 edanoi is a species of ferns which is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila edanoi is a small, yellowish-green cup-shaped structure with 6 tepals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round structure with a smooth surface. The seedlings are light green and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Alsophila edanoi: Alsophila edanoi 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 edanoi

Alsophila edanoi can be found in the rainforests of Australia and New Zealand.

Alsophila edanoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila edanoi?

Alsophila edanoi

What is the common name of Alsophila edanoi?

Edano's Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Alsophila edanoi?

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

Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.
Rolla M. Tryon Jr. (1916-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Tryon' in the authors string.