Alsophila leichhardtiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
leichhardtiana
ID:
140306
Status:
valid
Authors:
F.Muell.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1865
Citation Micro:
Fragm. 5(33): 53 (1865)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139635
Common Names
- Leichhardt Tree Fern
- Leichhardt Fern
- Leichhardt Alsophila
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Alsophila leichhardtiana (also called 'Leichhardt's Tree Fern', among many other common names) is a species of tree fern native to Australia, where it grows in humid forests. It has a slender trunk, reaching up to 2 m tall, and is covered with brown scales. The fronds are bi-pinnate, up to 2 m long, and have a lemon-like scent. The sori are covered with a false indusium.
Uses & Benefits
Alsophila leichhardtiana is a species of ferns that is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is a hardy fern that is tolerant of drought and can grow in a variety of soils.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Alsophila leichhardtiana is a small, white, cup-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf and a short stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Alsophila leichhardtiana is best done through seed sowing. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation can also be done through division of the clumps of the plant.
Where to Find Alsophila leichhardtiana
Alsophila leichhardtiana is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.
Alsophila leichhardtiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Alsophila leichhardtiana?
Alsophila leichhardtiana
What is the common name of Alsophila leichhardtiana?
Leichhardt's Tree Fern
Where does Alsophila leichhardtiana 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
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17017450-1: Based on the initial data import