Lygodium borneense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Schizaeales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
borneense
ID:
1253205
Status:
valid
Authors:
Alderw.
Source:
tro
Year:
1915
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg Ser. 2, XX: 29. 1915
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252543
Common Names
- Lygodium borneense
- Borneense Lygodium
- Borneense
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lygodium borneense (also called Borneo Climbing Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Lygodiaceae family. It is a climbing fern with pinnately divided leaves and small, white flowers. It is native to the Caribbean, and is found in moist, tropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Lygodium borneense is used in traditional medicine to treat fever, stomach ache, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lygodium borneense has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Lygodium borneense is a tropical plant that prefers a warm, humid environment. It can be propagated by seed, which should be sown in spring or early summer. Alternatively, cuttings can be taken in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Lygodium borneense
Lygodium borneense can be found in Southeast Asia, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia.
Lygodium borneense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lygodium borneense?
Lygodium borneense
What is the common name of Lygodium borneense?
Borneo Climbing Fern
What type of plant is Lygodium borneense?
Fern
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:17286180-1: Based on the initial data import