Desmophlebium longisorum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longisorum
ID:
1332778
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Mynssen, A.Vasco, Sylvestre, R.C.Moran & Rouhan
Source:
ipni
Year:
2016
Citation Micro:
Taxon 65(1): 30. 2016 [8 Mar 2016]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345232
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Desmophlebium longisorum (also called Desmophlebium, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Gesneriaceae. It is found in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. It grows in wet montane forests at elevations of 1,800–2,400 m.
Uses & Benefits
Desmophlebium longisorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of food for birds and other animals.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Desmophlebium longisorum are yellow and have three petals. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Desmophlebium longisorum is an evergreen fern that prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is usually done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in a light, sandy soil and kept moist until established.
Where to Find Desmophlebium longisorum
Desmophlebium longisorum can be found in Peru.
Desmophlebium longisorum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Desmophlebium longisorum?
Desmophlebium longisorum
What type of plant is Desmophlebium longisorum?
It is a species of fern
What is the natural habitat of Desmophlebium longisorum?
It is native to Mexico
Species in the Desmophlebium genus
Species in the Desmophlebiaceae family
References
Germinal Rouhan (b.1978): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rouhan' in the authors string.
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Robbin C. Moran (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Moran' in the authors string.
Lana da Silva Sylvestre (b.1962): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sylvestre' in the authors string.
Claudine M. Mynssen: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mynssen' in the authors string.
Alejandra Vasco (b.2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Vasco' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77154281-1: Based on the initial data import