Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
dubia
ID:
141883

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Roxb.) C.V.Morton

Source:
ipni

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 38: 342. 1974. (1974)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000141212



Common Names

  • Dubia Microlepia
  • Microlepia dubia
  • Dubia Microlepia


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Description

Microlepia dubia (also called Dubious Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical Asia. It grows in moist, shady places, often in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Microlepia dubia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used for making handicrafts, such as baskets, mats, and other decorative items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Microlepia dubia is small, yellow-green in colour and has a short pedicel. The seed is round and small, and the seedlings are slender and short.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlepia dubia is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers a moist, shady environment and can tolerate full sun. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Microlepia dubia

Microlepia dubia is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, China, Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines.

Microlepia dubia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlepia dubia?

Microlepia dubia

What is the family of Microlepia dubia?

Dryopteridaceae

What is the habitat of Microlepia dubia?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Microlepia genus

Microlepia adulterina, Microlepia austroizuensis, Microlepia bipinnata, Microlepia caudigera, Microlepia dubia, Microlepia hallbergii, Microlepia hirtiindusiata, Microlepia intramarginalis, Microlepia manilensis, Microlepia melanorhachis, Microlepia nudisora, Microlepia pilosiuscula, Microlepia protracta, Microlepia proxima, Microlepia pseudohirta, Microlepia rheophila, Microlepia ridleyi, Microlepia scaberula, Microlepia todayensis, Microlepia vitiensis, Microlepia rhomboidea, Microlepia calvescens, Microlepia hookeriana, Microlepia marginata, Microlepia speluncae, Microlepia substrigosa, Microlepia setosa, Microlepia strigosa, Microlepia majuscula, Microlepia platyphylla, Microlepia izu-peninsulae, Microlepia obtusiloba, Microlepia pseudostrigosa, Microlepia yakusimensis, Microlepia fadenii, Microlepia tenera, Microlepia chrysocarpa, Microlepia crassa, Microlepia matthewii, Microlepia sino-strigosa, Microlepia subtrichosticha, Microlepia trichocarpa, Microlepia pseudostrigosa, Microlepia firma, Microlepia kurzii, Microlepia puberula, Microlepia fujianensis, Microlepia krameri, Microlepia membranacea, Microlepia concinna,

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

William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.