Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
millefolia
ID:
1274586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mickel & Tejero

Source:
tro

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 56(2): 115 (-117; f.1A-C). 2004 [7 Apr 2004]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001273924



Common Names

  • Cystopteris millefolia
  • Millefolia Cystopteris
  • Millefolia Cystopteris Fern


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Description

Cystopteris millefolia (also called thousand-leaved bladder fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Cystopteridaceae family. It is native to the temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Cystopteris millefolia is a popular ornamental plant. It is often used in rock gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in erosion control projects and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cystopteris millefolia has white flowers with four petals and a hairy calyx. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are hairy and have a single pair of leaves.

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Where to Find Cystopteris millefolia

Cystopteris millefolia can be found in the temperate forests of North America.

Cystopteris millefolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cystopteris millefolia?

Cystopteris millefolia

What is the common name of Cystopteris millefolia?

Millefolia Cystopteris

Where is Cystopteris millefolia native to?

South Africa

Species in the Cystopteridaceae family

Acystopteris japonica, Acystopteris tenuisecta, Acystopteris taiwaniana, Cystopteris christii, Cystopteris laurentiana, Cystopteris sandwicensis, Cystopteris tenuifolia, Cystopteris fragilis, Cystopteris reevesiana, Cystopteris wagneri, Cystopteris bulbifera, Cystopteris douglasii, Cystopteris montana, Cystopteris protrusa, Cystopteris tennesseensis, Cystopteris tenuis, Cystopteris illinoensis, Cystopteris membranifolia, Cystopteris sudetica, Cystopteris pellucida, Cystopteris utahensis, Cystopteris moupinensis, Cystopteris alpina, Cystopteris guizhouensis, Cystopteris millefolia, Cystopteris tasmanica, Gymnocarpium bipinnatifidum, Gymnocarpium brittonianum, Gymnocarpium achriosporum, Gymnocarpium dryopteris, Gymnocarpium heterosporum, Gymnocarpium robertianum, Gymnocarpium remote-pinnatum, Gymnocarpium jessoense, Gymnocarpium intermedium, Gymnocarpium disjunctum, Gymnocarpium fedtschenkoanum, Gymnocarpium oyamense, Gymnocarpium appalachianum,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50268159: Based on the initial data import
John Thomas Mickel (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mickel' in the authors string.
J. Daniel Tejero-Díez (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tejero' in the authors string.