Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Species:
tomentosa
ID:
141060

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 23 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140389



Common Names

  • Sphaeropteris tomentosa
  • Tomentose Shield Fern
  • Tomentose Spleenwort


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Synonyms

  • Alsophila lepidophora Kunze [unknown]
  • Cyathea lanuginosa Jungh. [unknown]
  • Chnoophora tomentosa Blume [unknown]
  • Cyathea tomentosa Zoll.; Moritz [unknown]
  • Alsophila lanuginosa C.Presl [unknown]
  • Alsophila tomentosa (Blume) Hook. [unknown]

Description

Sphaeropteris tomentosa (also called Tomentose Shield Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Dryopteridaceae. It is native to the Philippines. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Sphaeropteris tomentosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sphaeropteris tomentosa has small, yellow flowers and small, round seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single, upright stem covered in soft hairs.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Sphaeropteris tomentosa is best done in a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or by sowing spores.

Where to Find Sphaeropteris tomentosa

Sphaeropteris tomentosa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Sphaeropteris tomentosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sphaeropteris tomentosa?

Sphaeropteris tomentosa

What type of plant is Sphaeropteris tomentosa?

Fern

Where is Sphaeropteris tomentosa found?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia

Species in the Sphaeropteris genus

Sphaeropteris aciculosa, Sphaeropteris aeneifolia, Sphaeropteris agatheti, Sphaeropteris albidosquamata, Sphaeropteris albifrons, Sphaeropteris albosetacea, Sphaeropteris angustipinna, Sphaeropteris aramaganensis, Sphaeropteris arthropoda, Sphaeropteris assimilis, Sphaeropteris atrospinosa, Sphaeropteris atrox, Sphaeropteris auriculifera, Sphaeropteris binuangensis, Sphaeropteris brackenridgei, Sphaeropteris capitata, Sphaeropteris carrii, Sphaeropteris curranii, Sphaeropteris discophora, Sphaeropteris elliptica, Sphaeropteris elmeri, Sphaeropteris excelsa, Sphaeropteris feani, Sphaeropteris felina, Sphaeropteris fugax, Sphaeropteris fusca, Sphaeropteris inaequalis, Sphaeropteris insularum, Sphaeropteris integra, Sphaeropteris ledermannii, Sphaeropteris leucolepis, Sphaeropteris leucotricha, Sphaeropteris lunulata, Sphaeropteris magna, Sphaeropteris marginata, Sphaeropteris megalosora, Sphaeropteris mertensiana, Sphaeropteris microlepidota, Sphaeropteris moluccana, Sphaeropteris moseleyi, Sphaeropteris nigricans, Sphaeropteris obliqua, Sphaeropteris obscura, Sphaeropteris papuana, Sphaeropteris parksiae, Sphaeropteris parvifolia, Sphaeropteris parvipinna, Sphaeropteris persquamulifera, Sphaeropteris philippinensis, Sphaeropteris pilulifera,

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

Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Rolla M. Tryon Jr. (1916-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Tryon' in the authors string.