Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
borneensis
ID:
1257535

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hook.

Source:
tro

Year:
1867

Citation Micro:
Syn. Fil. : 107 (1867)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001256873



Common Names

  • Borneensis Fern
  • Lindsaea borneensis
  • Borneo Fern


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Description

Lindsaea borneensis (also called Borneo Lindsaea, among many other common names) is a fern species native to Borneo. It is a terrestrial fern, found in moist forests, and is characterized by its lanceolate fronds and its long, hairy stalks and veins.

Uses & Benefits

Lindsaea borneensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Lindsaea borneensis is a yellow, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is an oblong, dark brown seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lindsaea borneensis can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a container or in the garden.

Where to Find Lindsaea borneensis

Lindsaea borneensis is native to the tropical rainforests of Borneo.

Lindsaea borneensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lindsaea borneensis?

Lindsaea borneensis

What is the common name of Lindsaea borneensis?

Borneo Fern

What is the natural habitat of Lindsaea borneensis?

Moist, shady forests of Borneo

Species in the Lindsaea genus

Lindsaea agatii, Lindsaea chrysolepis, Lindsaea falciformis, Lindsaea francii, Lindsaea hainaniana, Lindsaea imrayana, Lindsaea interrupta, Lindsaea jarrettiana, Lindsaea kalimantanensis, Lindsaea lherminieri, Lindsaea malabarica, Lindsaea paralellogramma, Lindsaea pseudohemiptera, Lindsaea pumila, Lindsaea salomonis, Lindsaea schizophylla, Lindsaea societatis, Lindsaea venusta, Lindsaea vieillardii, Lindsaea coursii, Lindsaea humbertii, Lindsaea digitata, Lindsaea merrillii, Lindsaea plicata, Lindsaea cultrata, Lindsaea goudotiana, Lindsaea ensifolia, Lindsaea heterophylla, Lindsaea oxyphylla, Lindsaea orbiculata, Lindsaea leptophylla, Lindsaea lancea, Lindsaea portoricensis, Lindsaea quadrangularis, Lindsaea stricta, Lindsaea javanensis, Lindsaea arcuata, Lindsaea spruceana, Lindsaea divaricata, Lindsaea guianensis, Lindsaea schomburgkii, Lindsaea falcata, Lindsaea latifrons, Lindsaea hemiglossa, Lindsaea feei, Lindsaea taeniata, Lindsaea ulei, Lindsaea yaeyamensis, Lindsaea cyclophylla, Lindsaea rigidiuscula,

Species in the Lindsaeaceae family

Lindsaea agatii, Lindsaea chrysolepis, Lindsaea falciformis, Lindsaea francii, Lindsaea hainaniana, Lindsaea imrayana, Lindsaea interrupta, Lindsaea jarrettiana, Lindsaea kalimantanensis, Lindsaea lherminieri, Lindsaea malabarica, Lindsaea paralellogramma, Lindsaea pseudohemiptera, Lindsaea pumila, Lindsaea salomonis, Lindsaea schizophylla, Lindsaea societatis, Lindsaea venusta, Lindsaea vieillardii, Lindsaea coursii, Lindsaea humbertii, Lindsaea digitata, Lindsaea merrillii, Lindsaea plicata, Lindsaea cultrata, Lindsaea goudotiana, Lindsaea ensifolia, Lindsaea heterophylla, Lindsaea oxyphylla, Lindsaea orbiculata, Lindsaea leptophylla, Lindsaea lancea, Lindsaea portoricensis, Lindsaea quadrangularis, Lindsaea stricta, Lindsaea javanensis, Lindsaea arcuata, Lindsaea spruceana, Lindsaea divaricata, Lindsaea guianensis, Lindsaea schomburgkii, Lindsaea falcata, Lindsaea latifrons, Lindsaea hemiglossa, Lindsaea feei, Lindsaea taeniata, Lindsaea ulei, Lindsaea yaeyamensis, Lindsaea cyclophylla, Lindsaea rigidiuscula,