Lygodium dimorphum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Schizaeales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dimorphum
ID:
1255365
Status:
valid
Authors:
Copel.
Source:
tro
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 6: 67. 1911
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254703
Common Names
- Lygodium Dimorphum
- Two-Form Lygodium
- Two-Form Lygodium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lygodium dimorphum (also called Two-Form Climbing Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It is a climbing fern that grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Lygodium dimorphum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping purposes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Lygodium dimorphum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small, round and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lygodium dimorphum is an evergreen climber native to India. It is easily propagated through stem cuttings and can be grown in a variety of soils. It prefers a sunny location and should be kept moist but not wet. It is best grown in a container or in a greenhouse.
Where to Find Lygodium dimorphum
Lygodium dimorphum can be found in the tropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Lygodium dimorphum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lygodium dimorphum?
Lygodium dimorphum
What is the family of Lygodium dimorphum?
Schizaeaceae
Where is Lygodium dimorphum found?
Indonesia
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
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17253810-1: Based on the initial data import