Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
ivohibensis
ID:
1409670

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Chr.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:06. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422135



Common Names

  • Alsophila ivohibensis
  • Ivohibensis Alsophila
  • Alsophila Ivohibe


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Description

Alsophila ivohibensis (also called 'Ivohibe Tree Fern' and 'Ivohibe Fern', among many other common names) is a large fern with a creeping rhizome and simple, ovate to lanceolate fronds. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila ivohibensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila ivohibensis is small and yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila ivohibensis is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Alsophila ivohibensis

Alsophila ivohibensis is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Alsophila ivohibensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila ivohibensis?

Alsophila ivohibensis

What is the common name of Alsophila ivohibensis?

Ivohibensis fern

Where is Alsophila ivohibensis native to?

Madagascar

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.