Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
grangaudiana
ID:
140271

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Janssen & Rakotondr.) J.P.Roux

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 23: 63 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139600



Common Names

  • Alsophila grangaudiana
  • Grangaudiana Alsophila
  • Alsophila


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Description

Alsophila grangaudiana (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 grangaudiana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and can be used in gardens and parks. It also has medicinal properties and can be used to treat fever, cough, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila grangaudiana is a small, yellowish-green cup-shaped structure. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped structure with a pointed tip. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, pointed leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Alsophila grangaudiana: Alsophila grangaudiana 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 grangaudiana

Alsophila grangaudiana is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Alsophila grangaudiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila grangaudiana?

Alsophila grangaudiana

What is the common name of Alsophila grangaudiana?

Grangaud's Tree Fern

Where does Alsophila grangaudiana grow?

It is native to New Caledonia

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.
Thomas Janssen (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Janssen' in the authors string.
Jacobus Petrus Roux (1954-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.P.Roux' in the authors string.