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
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.
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 Diplopterygium genus
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,
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,