Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hookeriales
Species:
fragile
ID:
1172325

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mitt.

Source:
tro

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
Rep. Challenger, Bot. 1(4): 81 1885

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001171663



Common Names

  • Pterygophyllum fragile
  • Forked Fern
  • Forked Shield Fern


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Uses & Benefits

Pterygophyllum fragile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties and is used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pterygophyllum fragile has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters on the upper surface of the leaves. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small, with two to three leaves and a short stem.

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Where to Find Pterygophyllum fragile

Pterygophyllum fragile is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates in India, Sri Lanka, and Indonesia.

References

William Mitten (1819-1906): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mitt.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35143967: Based on data supplied by Bryonames