Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Gleicheniales
Genus:
Species:
brackenridgii
ID:
498253

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fourn.) St.John

Source:
ksu

Year:
1942

Citation Micro:
Occas. Pap. Bernice Pauahi Bishop Mus. 17: 81 (1942)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000497585



Common Names

  • Sticherus Brackenridgii
  • Brackenridge's Sticherus
  • Brackenridge's Fan-Fern


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Synonyms

  • Gleichenia brackenridgei E.Fourn. [unknown]

Description

Sticherus brackenridgii (also called 'Brackenridge's Sticherus', among many other common names) is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers native to the Caribbean. It typically grows in dry forests and coastal areas.

Uses & Benefits

Sticherus brackenridgii is a low-growing, spreading plant that is often used as a groundcover. It has small, white flowers and is drought-tolerant. It is often used in rock gardens or as an edging plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sticherus brackenridgii has small, white flowers with yellow anthers and a single pistil. The seeds are small and round, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sticherus brackenridgii is a low-maintenance plant that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It can tolerate some drought and salt spray. Prune regularly to keep the plant compact and tidy.

Where to Find Sticherus brackenridgii

Sticherus brackenridgii can be found in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands.

Sticherus brackenridgii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sticherus brackenridgii?

Sticherus brackenridgii

What is the common name of Sticherus brackenridgii?

Bracken's Fan Flower

What type of plant is Sticherus brackenridgii?

Perennial

Species in the Sticherus genus

Sticherus brassii, Sticherus lepidotus, Sticherus owhyhensis, Sticherus tahitensis, Sticherus urceolatus, Sticherus oceanicus, Sticherus hirtus, Sticherus farinosus, Sticherus cunninghamii, Sticherus litoralis, Sticherus montaguei, Sticherus impressus, Sticherus lobatus, Sticherus brackenridgii, Sticherus albus, Sticherus boliviensis, Sticherus cubensis, Sticherus decurrens, Sticherus interjectus, Sticherus jacha, Sticherus leonis, Sticherus ovatus, Sticherus squamosus, Sticherus subremotus, Sticherus flagellaris, Sticherus umbraculifer, Sticherus simplex, Sticherus bifidus, Sticherus velatus, Sticherus pruinosus, Sticherus revolutus, Sticherus lechleri, Sticherus rubiginosus, Sticherus underwoodianus, Sticherus tepuiensis, Sticherus tomentosus, Sticherus pallescens, Sticherus remotus, Sticherus retroflexus, Sticherus intermedius, Sticherus pteridellus, Sticherus compactus, Sticherus gnidioides, Sticherus nudus, Sticherus rufus, Sticherus cundinamarcensis, Sticherus fulvus, Sticherus hastulatus, Sticherus orthocladus, Sticherus strictissimus,

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,