Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
nilgirensis
ID:
140358

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Holttum) R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 32 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139687



Common Names

  • Nilgirensis Tree Fern
  • Nilgirensis Alsophila
  • Nilgirensis Shield Fern


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Description

Alsophila nilgirensis (also called Nilgiri Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a medium-sized fern with a trunk-like stem and a crown of long, arching fronds. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas, and is found in moist, shady forests, often near streams or waterfalls.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila nilgirensis is a species of fern that can be used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila nilgirensis is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is round and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila nilgirensis is a species of fern in the family Cyatheaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to the Philippines. It is typically found in moist, shady places, growing on rocks or tree trunks. Propagation is by spores or division of the rhizome. The spores should be sown on a sterile, well-drained medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Alsophila nilgirensis

Alsophila nilgirensis can be found in India.

Alsophila nilgirensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila nilgirensis?

Alsophila nilgirensis

What is the common name of Alsophila nilgirensis?

None

What is the distribution of Alsophila nilgirensis?

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,

References

Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.
Rolla M. Tryon Jr. (1916-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Tryon' in the authors string.