Sticherus chocoensis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Gleicheniales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
chocoensis
ID:
1275392
Status:
valid
Authors:
J.Gonzales
Source:
tro
Year:
2011
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 31: 20 (-21; fig. 9) (2011)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274730
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Sticherus chocoensis (also called Choco Sticherus, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Sticherus chocoensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and stomachache.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Sticherus chocoensis has small, yellowish-green flowers, each with three petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Sticherus chocoensis is a species of fern that is native to the southeastern United States. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizome. The rhizome should be planted in a moist, shady area and kept moist until the plant is established. Spores should be sown in a moist, shady area and kept moist until they germinate. The plant prefers acidic soil and should be fertilized with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Sticherus chocoensis
Sticherus chocoensis is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Sticherus chocoensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sticherus chocoensis?
Sticherus chocoensis
What is the common name of Sticherus chocoensis?
Choco Sticherus
What is the natural habitat of Sticherus chocoensis?
Tropical rainforests of Central and South America
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,
References
Jasivia Gonzales: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Gonzales' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77116155-1: Based on the initial data import