Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
ichthyoides
ID:
405608

Status:
valid

Authors:
Leeuwenb.

Source:
cmp

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Neerl. 17: 475 (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000404940



Common Names

  • Resia ichthyoides
  • Fishbone Fern
  • Fishbone


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Synonyms

  • Resia ichthyoides ichthyoides [unknown]

Description

Resia ichthyoides (also called Fish-like Resia, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the daisy family. It is native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is found in wetland habitats such as marshes, swamps, and lake margins.

Uses & Benefits

Resia ichthyoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Resia ichthyoides has small, white flowers with 3 petals and 6 stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are slender and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Resia ichthyoides is a low-growing, evergreen perennial that grows in clumps. It is best grown in moist soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division of the clumps in spring or by seed.

Where to Find Resia ichthyoides

Resia ichthyoides is a species of aquatic plant found in South America.

Resia ichthyoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Resia ichthyoides?

Resia ichthyoides

What is the common name of Resia ichthyoides?

Fishtail Fern

What is the natural habitat of Resia ichthyoides?

It is found in moist woods, thickets, and meadows

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