Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
medinae
ID:
140331

Status:
valid

Authors:
Caluff & Shelton

Source:
ipni

Year:
2002

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 32: 307 (2002)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139660

Common Names

  • Medinae Tree Fern
  • Medinae Fern
  • Medinae Alsophila

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Description

Alsophila medinae (also called 'Medina's Tree Fern', among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Cyatheaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is usually found in moist, shady, and humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila medinae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in landscaping projects. It is also used as a food source for some species of birds and other animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila medinae is a small, yellowish-green, cup-shaped structure, with six petals. The seed is a small, dark-brown, oblong capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single, erect stem and a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Alsophila medinae: Alsophila medinae 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 medinae

Alsophila medinae is native to the Philippines and can be found in lowland and montane forests.

Alsophila medinae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila medinae?

Alsophila medinae

What is the common name of Alsophila medinae?

Medinae Tree Fern

Where does Alsophila medinae 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

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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:325694-2: Based on the initial data import