Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
afra
ID:
141972

Status:
valid

Authors:
(K.U.Kramer) J.P.Roux

Source:
ipni

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Conspect. South. Afr. Pteridophyta 94. 2001

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000141301



Common Names

  • African Odontosoria
  • African Shield Fern
  • African Wood Fern


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Synonyms

  • Sphenomeris afra K.U.Kramer [unknown]

Description

Odontosoria afra (also called 'African toothed fern', among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical Africa. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern, growing in moist, shady places in forests, often near streams or in ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Odontosoria afra is a popular ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Odontosoria afra is a small, white flower with five petals and yellow anthers. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small and slender with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Odontosoria afra is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady habitats. Propagation is by spores or division of the rhizome. Cultivation is best in a moist, shady environment with well-drained soil.

Where to Find Odontosoria afra

Odontosoria afra is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa.

Odontosoria afra FAQ

What is the scientific name of Odontosoria afra?

Odontosoria afra

What is the common name of Odontosoria afra?

African Fern

What is the average size of Odontosoria afra?

Grows up to 40 cm in height

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,

References

Jacobus Petrus Roux (1954-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.P.Roux' in the authors string.
Karl Ulrich Kramer (1928-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.U.Kramer' in the authors string.