Lygodium longifolium - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Schizaeales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
longifolium
ID:
1253206
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Willd.) Sw.
Source:
tro
Year:
1803
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Schrader) 1801(2): 305. 1803
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001252544
Common Names
- Lygodium longifolium
- Long-leaved Climbing Fern
- Long-leaved Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lygodium longifolium (also called Long-leaved 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 longifolium 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 longifolium 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Lygodium longifolium 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 longifolium
Lygodium longifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, such as South America, Africa, India, and Southeast Asia.
Lygodium longifolium FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lygodium longifolium?
Lygodium longifolium
What is the common name of Lygodium longifolium?
Long-leaved Climbing Fern
What type of plant is Lygodium longifolium?
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50165833: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Willdenow (1765-1812): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Willd.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.