Lomariopsis orbiculata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orbiculata
ID:
147793
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Poir.in Lam.) Alston
Source:
ipni
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Journ. of Bot. 72(Suppl.): 6. 1934
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000147122
Common Names
- Orbiculate Lomariopsis
- Orbiculate Fern
- Lomariopsis orbiculata
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- Lomaria orbiculata Desv. [unknown]
- Polypodium orbiculatum Poir. [unknown]
Description
Lomariopsis orbiculata (also called Round-leaved Bird's-nest Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Lomariopsidaceae. It is a terrestrial fern native to tropical and subtropical Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in wet forests, along streams, and in other moist habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Lomariopsis orbiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lomariopsis orbiculata is small and greenish-brown, with a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, while the seedlings are small and have a single, upright leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lomariopsis orbiculata can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in a moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can survive temperatures as low as -5°C.
Where to Find Lomariopsis orbiculata
Lomariopsis orbiculata is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Lomariopsis orbiculata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lomariopsis orbiculata?
Lomariopsis orbiculata
What is the common name of Lomariopsis orbiculata?
Orbiculate Lomariopsis
Where is Lomariopsis orbiculata native to?
India
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,
References
Arthur Hugh Garfit Alston (1902-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alston' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17403470-1: Based on the initial data import