Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
caudata
ID:
141579

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Copel.) Holttum

Source:
ipni

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20(3): 459 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140908



Common Names

  • Histiopteris caudata
  • Tailed Shieldfern
  • Tailed Mountain Fern


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Synonyms

  • Lepidocaulon caudatum Copel. [unknown]

Description

Histiopteris caudata (also called Tailed Shieldfern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Histiopteridaceae. It is native to the eastern United States, where it is found in moist woodlands and along streams. It is a perennial plant with a creeping rhizome, and it produces fronds up to 60 cm long. The fronds are bipinnate, with the leaflets being ovate to lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Histiopteris caudata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and to provide cover for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Histiopteris caudata is small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown spore. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Histiopteris caudata is a fern native to the Himalayas. It is easily propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, from acidic to alkaline, and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Histiopteris caudata

Histiopteris caudata is native to tropical Africa.

Histiopteris caudata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Histiopteris caudata?

Histiopteris caudata

What type of plant is Histiopteris caudata?

Fern

Where does Histiopteris caudata grow?

Woodlands and moist areas

Species in the Dennstaedtiaceae family

Blotiella bouxiniana, Blotiella crenata, Blotiella isaloensis, Blotiella marojejyensis, Blotiella coursii, Blotiella reducta, Blotiella glabra, Blotiella natalensis, Blotiella lindeniana, Blotiella madagascariensis, Blotiella mannii, Blotiella currorii, Blotiella pubescens, Blotiella tisserantii, Blotiella hieronymi, Blotiella sinuata, Blotiella stipitata, Blotiella trichosora, Blotiella coriacea, Blotiella confusa, Blotiella lanceifolia, Dennstaedtia ampla, Dennstaedtia canaliculata, Dennstaedtia dennstaedtioides, Dennstaedtia elmeri, Dennstaedtia fusca, Dennstaedtia glabrata, Dennstaedtia hooveri, Dennstaedtia inermis, Dennstaedtia macgregorii, Dennstaedtia magnifica, Dennstaedtia merrillii, Dennstaedtia novoguineensis, Dennstaedtia parksii, Dennstaedtia penicillifera, Dennstaedtia remota, Dennstaedtia resinifera, Dennstaedtia rufidula, Dennstaedtia samoensis, Dennstaedtia shawii, Dennstaedtia sumatrana, Dennstaedtia terminalis, Dennstaedtia williamsii, Dennstaedtia hirsuta, Dennstaedtia punctilobula, Dennstaedtia scandens, Dennstaedtia smithii, Dennstaedtia wilfordii, Dennstaedtia anthriscifolia, Dennstaedtia madagascariensis,

References

Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.