Lygodium altum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Schizaeales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
altum
ID:
152014
Status:
valid
Authors:
Alderw.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
Malayan Ferns 114. 1909
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000151343
Common Names
- Lygodium Altum
- Altum Lygodium
- Altum Lygodium Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lygodium altum (also called Lygodium altum, among many other common names) is a fern species in the family Lygodiaceae. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. It is typically found in humid, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lygodium altum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating fever, diarrhea, and inflammation.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Lygodium altum is small, greenish-white, and inconspicuous. The seed is a small, light brown, three-angled achene. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a single seed leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lygodium altum can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.
Where to Find Lygodium altum
Lygodium altum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas.
Lygodium altum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lygodium altum?
Lygodium altum
What is the family of Lygodium altum?
Lygodiaceae
Where is Lygodium altum found?
Brazil
Species in the Lygodiaceae family
Lygodium altum, Lygodium articulatum, Lygodium japonicum, Lygodium kerstenii, Lygodium boivinii, Lygodium lanceolatum, Lygodium microphyllum, Lygodium palmatum, Lygodium smithianum, Lygodium venustum, Lygodium volubile, Lygodium radiatum, Lygodium heterodoxum, Lygodium flexuosum, Lygodium auriculatum, Lygodium fayae, Lygodium cubense, Lygodium oligostachyum, Lygodium lancetillanum, Lygodium yunnanense, Lygodium polystachyum, Lygodium circinatum, Lygodium spectabile, Lygodium reticulatum, Lygodium borneense, Lygodium longifolium, Lygodium merrillii, Lygodium hians, Lygodium trifurcatum, Lygodium dimorphum, Lygodium versteegii,
References
Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17253790-1: Based on the initial data import