Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
semiamplectens
ID:
140410

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Holttum) R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 36 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139739



Common Names

  • Semiamplectens Tree Fern
  • Semi-amplectens Tree Fern
  • Semi-amplectens Shield Fern


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Synonyms

  • Cyathea semiamplectens Holttum [unknown]

Description

Alsophila semiamplectens (also called 'Half-embracing 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 semiamplectens is a fern that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and can help to reduce soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila semiamplectens is a small, yellow-green, bell-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila semiamplectens is a species of tree fern native to the Philippines. It is a medium-sized fern, growing up to 4 m tall. It is best grown in a shady, moist location, with plenty of organic matter in the soil. Propagation is by spores, which should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Alsophila semiamplectens

Alsophila semiamplectens is found in tropical and subtropical forests in India, China, and Southeast Asia.

Alsophila semiamplectens FAQ

What is the common name of Alsophila semiamplectens?

Half-embracing Tree Fern

What type of soil does Alsophila semiamplectens prefer?

Alsophila semiamplectens prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Alsophila semiamplectens?

Alsophila semiamplectens prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

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.