Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Genus:
Species:
villamilii
ID:
321521

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Merr.) Airy Shaw

Source:
wcs

Year:
1960

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 14: 473 (1960)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000320853



Common Names

  • Tapoides villamilii
  • Villamilii Tapoides
  • Tapoides Tapoides


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Synonyms

  • Ostodes villamilii Merr. [unknown]
  • Tapoidea villamilii (Merr.) Airy Shaw [unknown]

Description

Tapoides villamilii (also called 'Villamilii Fern', among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical regions of South and Central America. It is a small, evergreen fern with fronds that are divided into finger-like segments. It grows in moist, shaded areas such as rainforests, and is often found growing in the crevices of rocks or trees.

Uses & Benefits

Tapoides villamilii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make a herbal tea which is believed to have medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tapoides villamilii is white and has 6 petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tapoides villamilii can be propagated by seed or by division of the rhizomes. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a light, sandy soil. Division of the rhizomes should be done in early spring or late summer. The divisions should be planted immediately in a light, sandy soil.

Where to Find Tapoides villamilii

Tapoides villamilii can be found in tropical forests in Central and South America, particularly in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Tapoides villamilii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tapoides villamilii?

Tapoides villamilii

What type of plant is Tapoides villamilii?

Tree

Where is Tapoides villamilii found?

Tropical regions of South America

Species in the Tapoides genus

Species in the Euphorbiaceae family

Acalypha peckoltii, Acalypha peduncularis, Acalypha pendula, Acalypha perrieri, Acalypha persimilis, Acalypha peruviana, Acalypha pervilleana, Acalypha phleoides, Acalypha phyllonomifolia, Acalypha pilosa, Acalypha pippenii, Acalypha pittieri, Acalypha platyphylla, Acalypha pleiogyne, Acalypha plicata, Acalypha pohliana, Acalypha poiretii, Acalypha polymorpha, Acalypha polystachya, Acalypha portoricensis, Acalypha pruinosa, Acalypha pruriens, Acalypha pseudalopecuroides, Acalypha pseudovagans, Acalypha psilostachya, Acalypha pubiflora, Acalypha pulchrespicata, Acalypha punctata, Acalypha purpurascens, Acalypha purpusii, Acalypha pycnantha, Acalypha pygmaea, Acalypha radians, Acalypha radicans, Acalypha radinostachya, Acalypha radula, Acalypha radula, Acalypha rafaelensis, Acalypha raivavensis, Acalypha rapensis, Acalypha reflexa, Acalypha repanda, Acalypha retifera, Acalypha rhombifolia, Acalypha rhomboidea, Acalypha richardiana, Acalypha riedeliana, Acalypha rivularis, Acalypha rottleroides, Acalypha rubrinervis,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-201659: Based on the initial data import
Elmer Drew Merrill (1876-1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Merr.' in the authors string.
Herbert Kenneth Airy Shaw (1902-1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Airy Shaw' in the authors string.