Lygodium trifurcatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Schizaeales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trifurcatum
ID:
1255364
Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
tro
Year:
1868
Citation Micro:
Syn. Fil. (Hooker & Baker) 437. 1868 ; & Prantl, Schiz. 67. Chr. 353. NPfl. 366
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001254702
Common Names
- Lygodium Trifurcatum
- Three-Forked Lygodium
- Three-Forked Lygodium
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Lygodium trifurcatum (also called Three-Forked 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 trifurcatum 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 trifurcatum 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 trifurcatum 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 trifurcatum
Lygodium trifurcatum can be found in the tropical forests of India, China, and Southeast Asia.
Lygodium trifurcatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lygodium trifurcatum?
Lygodium trifurcatum
What is the family of Lygodium trifurcatum?
Schizaeaceae
Where is Lygodium trifurcatum 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
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17143490-1: Based on the initial data import