Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Gleicheniales
Genus:
Species:
lepidotus
ID:
145588

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.A.Rodr.) R.A.Rodr. & Ponce

Source:
ipni

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Darwiniana 45(2): 238 (2007)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000144917



Common Names

  • Sticherus lepidotus
  • Lepidote Sticherus
  • Lepidote Shield Fern


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Description

Sticherus lepidotus (also called 'Lepidote Sticherus', 'Lepidote Sticherus Fern' and 'Lepidote Sticherus Ferns', among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Gleicheniaceae family. It is native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Guinea. It is found in moist, shaded habitats, often in association with rainforest trees.

Uses & Benefits

Sticherus lepidotus is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to make paper and as a source of fiber for textiles.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sticherus lepidotus has small, yellow-green flowers with a single, yellow anther. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have long, narrow, bright green fronds.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sticherus lepidotus can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division can be done in spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into smaller pieces and replanted in a moist, well-drained soil mix.

Where to Find Sticherus lepidotus

Sticherus lepidotus is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka and can be found in tropical forests.

Sticherus lepidotus FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sticherus lepidotus?

Sticherus lepidotus

What is the common name of Sticherus lepidotus?

Scaly Sticherus

What is the natural habitat of Sticherus lepidotus?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the world

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

Marta Mónica Ponce (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ponce' in the authors string.
Roberto A. Rodríguez (b.1944): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.A.Rodr.' in the authors string.