Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
vandeusenii
ID:
140445

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Holttum) R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139774



Common Names

  • Vandeusenii Tree Fern
  • Vandeusenii Fern
  • Alsophila Vandeusenii


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Description

Alsophila vandeusenii (also called Vandeusen's Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Cyatheaceae. It is a large, terrestrial fern with a stout, erect trunk and a crown of arching fronds. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It is found in humid tropical forests, often near streams or rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila vandeusenii is a species of tree fern native to the Philippines. It is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets and other decorative items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila vandeusenii is a small, yellowish-green cup-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright frond.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila vandeusenii is a medium-sized fern that can be cultivated in a moist, shady spot in the garden. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are well established.

Where to Find Alsophila vandeusenii

Alsophila vandeusenii is found in tropical rainforests of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Alsophila vandeusenii FAQ

What is the common name of Alsophila vandeusenii?

Vandeusen's Tree Fern

What type of soil does Alsophila vandeusenii prefer?

Alsophila vandeusenii prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Alsophila vandeusenii?

Alsophila vandeusenii 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.