Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Gleicheniales
Species:
glaucoides
ID:
1284579

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ching) Ching ex P.S.Wang

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Pterido. Fl. Guizhou 279 2001

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001283917

Common Names

  • Diplopterygium glaucoides
  • Glaucoides Diplopterygium
  • Glaucoides Spiderling

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Description

Diplopterygium glaucoides (also called Glaucous Diplopterygium, among many other common names) is a small shrub in the Rubiaceae family. It is native to South America and is found in dry, rocky areas. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and produces yellow flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Diplopterygium glaucoides is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties, such as its anti-inflammatory and antifungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplopterygium glaucoides has small white flowers that are clustered together in a terminal inflorescence. The flowers are followed by small, black, round berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single pair of leaves with serrated edges.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplopterygium glaucoides is a fern native to tropical Africa. It is propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some frost.

Where to Find Diplopterygium glaucoides

Diplopterygium glaucoides can be found in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

Diplopterygium glaucoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplopterygium glaucoides?

Diplopterygium glaucoides

What is the common name of Diplopterygium glaucoides?

Glaucous-leaved diplopterygium

What is the natural habitat of Diplopterygium glaucoides?

Tropical and subtropical forests of Central and South America

Species in the Gleicheniaceae family

Dicranopteris elegantula, Dicranopteris lanigera, Dicranopteris nepalensis, Dicranopteris pubigera, Dicranopteris weatherbyi, Dicranopteris linearis, Dicranopteris flexuosa, Dicranopteris nervosa, Dicranopteris pedata, Dicranopteris cadetii, Dicranopteris speciosa, Dicranopteris seramensis, Dicranopteris schomburgkiana, Dicranopteris taiwanensis, Dicranopteris splendida, Dicranopteris subpectinata, Dicranopteris curranii, Dicranopteris clemensiae, Dicranopteris seminuda, Diplopterygium brevipinnulum, Diplopterygium bullatum, Diplopterygium cantonense, Diplopterygium sordidum, Diplopterygium glaucum, Diplopterygium bancroftii, Diplopterygium blotianum, Diplopterygium cantonensis, Diplopterygium conversum, Diplopterygium elmeri, Diplopterygium giganteum, Diplopterygium laevissimum, Diplopterygium longissimum, Diplopterygium norrisii, Diplopterygium pinnatum, Diplopterygium volubile, Diplopterygium chinensis, Diplopterygium irregulare, Diplopterygium rufum, Diplopterygium glaucoides, Diplopterygium angustilobum, Diplopterygium clemensiae, Diplopterygium deflexum, Gleichenella pectinata, Gleichenia abscida, Gleichenia mendellii, Gleichenia punctulata, Gleichenia polypodioides, Gleichenia owhyhensis, Gleichenia litoralis, Gleichenia boryi,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50321470: Based on the initial data import
Ren-Chang Ching (1898-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ching' in the authors string.
Pei Shan Wang (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.S.Wang' in the authors string.