Status:
valid
Authors:
L.J.Singh
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Taiwania 60: 123 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343987
Common Names
- Scurrula paramjitii
- Paramjit's Scurrula
- Paramjitii Scurrula
Description
Scurrula paramjitii (also called African fern, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, feathery leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Scurrula paramjitii has no known non-medical uses.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Scurrula paramjitii has white flowers with yellow centers and yellow anthers. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Scurrula paramjitii can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained, sandy soil mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Scurrula paramjitii
Scurrula paramjitii is native to the Western Ghats of India.
Scurrula paramjitii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Scurrula paramjitii?
Scurrula paramjitii
What is the common name of Scurrula paramjitii?
Paramjit's Scurrula
Where is Scurrula paramjitii found?
Scurrula paramjitii is found in India, Nepal, and Bhutan.
Species in the Scurrula genus
Scurrula steenisii,
Scurrula argentea,
Scurrula aphodastrica,
Scurrula montana,
Scurrula meeboldii,
Scurrula lepidota,
Scurrula leenhoutsii,
Scurrula robertsonii,
Scurrula rhopalocarpa,
Scurrula oortiana,
Scurrula eglandulosa,
Scurrula didyma,
Scurrula cordifolia,
Scurrula corynitis,
Scurrula fusca,
Scurrula gracilifolia,
Scurrula parasitica,
Scurrula chingii,
Scurrula gongshanensis,
Scurrula phoebes-formosanae,
Scurrula notothixoides,
Scurrula ferruginea,
Scurrula pulverulenta,
Scurrula elata,
Scurrula atropurpurea,
Scurrula paramjitii,
Species in the Loranthaceae family
Actinanthella menyharthii,
Actinanthella wyliei,
Aetanthus andreanus,
Aetanthus colombianus,
Aetanthus coriaceus,
Aetanthus dichotomus,
Aetanthus engelsii,
Aetanthus macranthus,
Aetanthus mutisii,
Aetanthus nodosus,
Aetanthus ornatus,
Aetanthus ovalis,
Aetanthus trifolius,
Aetanthus prolongatus,
Aetanthus sessilifolius,
Aetanthus verticillatus,
Aetanthus megaphyllus,
Aetanthus pascoensis,
Aetanthus tachirensis,
Aetanthus validus,
Agelanthus atrocoronatus,
Agelanthus bipartitus,
Agelanthus brunneus,
Agelanthus combreticola,
Agelanthus copaiferae,
Agelanthus crassifolius,
Agelanthus deltae,
Agelanthus dichrous,
Agelanthus discolor,
Agelanthus djurensis,
Agelanthus dodonaeifolius,
Agelanthus elegantulus,
Agelanthus entebbensis,
Agelanthus falcifolius,
Agelanthus flammeus,
Agelanthus fuellebornii,
Agelanthus gilgii,
Agelanthus glaucoviridis,
Agelanthus glomeratus,
Agelanthus gracilis,
Agelanthus guineensis,
Agelanthus henriquesii,
Agelanthus heteromorphus,
Agelanthus igneus,
Agelanthus irangensis,
Agelanthus kayseri,
Agelanthus keilii,
Agelanthus krausei,
Agelanthus kraussianus,
Agelanthus lancifolius,
References
Lal Ji Singh: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.J.Singh' in the authors string.