Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
manilensis
ID:
141910

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Presl

Source:
ipni

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Tent. Pterid. 125. 1836 (nomen) (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000141239



Common Names

  • Manila Microlepia
  • Manila Fern
  • Manila Wood Fern


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Synonyms

  • Davallia manilensis Goldm. [unknown]
  • Davallia sarasinorum Christ [unknown]

Description

Microlepia manilensis (also called Manila Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to the Philippines. It grows in moist, shady places, often in montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Microlepia manilensis is a fern that is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat a variety of ailments such as fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Microlepia manilensis has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Microlepia manilensis 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 manilensis

Microlepia manilensis is native to the Philippines and can be found in lowland forests.

Microlepia manilensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Microlepia manilensis?

Microlepia manilensis

What is the family of Microlepia manilensis?

Dryopteridaceae

What is the habitat of Microlepia manilensis?

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,