Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
micra
ID:
140336

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 35 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139665



Common Names

  • Small Spleenwort
  • Tiny Spleenwort
  • Little Spleenwort


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Description

Alsophila micra (also called 'Small 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 micra 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 micra 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 micra: Alsophila micra 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 micra

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

Alsophila micra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila micra?

Alsophila micra

What is the common name of Alsophila micra?

None

What is the distribution of Alsophila micra?

Eastern Australia

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,