Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
mauritiensis
ID:
1270152

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lorence

Source:
tro

Year:
1978

Citation Micro:
Fern Gaz. 11(6): 367. 1978

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001269490



Common Names

  • Lomariopsis mauritiensis
  • Mauritiensis Lomariopsis
  • Mauritiensis Lomariopsis


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Description

Lomariopsis mauritiensis (also called Mauritian Lomariopsis, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Mexico and Central America. It is an evergreen shrub that grows up to 3 feet tall and has small, greenish-white flowers. It prefers humid, tropical climates and is often found in rainforests and other moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Lomariopsis mauritiensis is a species of plant that is used in traditional Chinese medicine for the treatment of various ailments, including fever, inflammation, and pain. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lomariopsis mauritiensis has small, greenish-yellow flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a wavy margin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lomariopsis mauritiensis is a fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a hardy plant that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Lomariopsis mauritiensis

Lomariopsis mauritiensis is found in the Mauritius Island.

Lomariopsis mauritiensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lomariopsis mauritiensis?

Lomariopsis mauritiensis

What is the common name of Lomariopsis mauritiensis?

Mauritius Fern

What is the natural habitat of Lomariopsis mauritiensis?

Moist, shady forests

Species in the Lomariopsis genus

Lomariopsis boninensis, Lomariopsis brackenridgei, Lomariopsis mannii, Lomariopsis muriculata, Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae, Lomariopsis oleandrifolia, Lomariopsis orbiculata, Lomariopsis setchellii, Lomariopsis longicaudata, Lomariopsis crassifolia, Lomariopsis cordata, Lomariopsis boivinii, Lomariopsis madagascarica, Lomariopsis pervillei, Lomariopsis pollicina, Lomariopsis amydrophlebia, Lomariopsis kunzeana, Lomariopsis sorbifolia, Lomariopsis tenuifolia, Lomariopsis guineensis, Lomariopsis hederacea, Lomariopsis palustris, Lomariopsis rossii, Lomariopsis nigropaleata, Lomariopsis fendleri, Lomariopsis mexicana, Lomariopsis recurvata, Lomariopsis vestita, Lomariopsis marginata, Lomariopsis latipinna, Lomariopsis spectabilis, Lomariopsis congoensis, Lomariopsis maxonii, Lomariopsis warneckei, Lomariopsis decrescens, Lomariopsis jamaicensis, Lomariopsis underwoodii, Lomariopsis chinensis, Lomariopsis prieuriana, Lomariopsis wrightii, Lomariopsis intermedia, Lomariopsis subtrifoliata, Lomariopsis kingii, Lomariopsis lineata, Lomariopsis mauritiensis, Lomariopsis variabilis, Lomariopsis salicifolia, Lomariopsis farrarii, Lomariopsis palustris, Lomariopsis pteridiformis,

Species in the Lomariopsidaceae family

Cyclopeltis kingii, Cyclopeltis semicordata, Cyclopeltis rigida, Cyclopeltis crenata, Cyclopeltis novoguineensis, Cyclopeltis presliana, Cyclopeltis mirabilis, Dracoglossum plantagineum, Dracoglossum sinuatum, Lomariopsis boninensis, Lomariopsis brackenridgei, Lomariopsis mannii, Lomariopsis muriculata, Lomariopsis novae-caledoniae, Lomariopsis oleandrifolia, Lomariopsis orbiculata, Lomariopsis setchellii, Lomariopsis longicaudata, Lomariopsis crassifolia, Lomariopsis cordata, Lomariopsis boivinii, Lomariopsis madagascarica, Lomariopsis pervillei, Lomariopsis pollicina, Lomariopsis amydrophlebia, Lomariopsis kunzeana, Lomariopsis sorbifolia, Lomariopsis tenuifolia, Lomariopsis guineensis, Lomariopsis hederacea, Lomariopsis palustris, Lomariopsis rossii, Lomariopsis nigropaleata, Lomariopsis fendleri, Lomariopsis mexicana, Lomariopsis recurvata, Lomariopsis vestita, Lomariopsis marginata, Lomariopsis latipinna, Lomariopsis spectabilis, Lomariopsis congoensis, Lomariopsis maxonii, Lomariopsis warneckei, Lomariopsis decrescens, Lomariopsis jamaicensis, Lomariopsis underwoodii, Lomariopsis chinensis, Lomariopsis prieuriana, Lomariopsis wrightii, Lomariopsis intermedia,