Status:
valid
Authors:
Zoll. & Moritzi
Source:
ipni
Year:
Citation Micro:
Syst. Verz. Zoll. 9.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000159827
Common Names
- Laurine Lijndenia
- Laurine Fern
- Lijndenia Laurina
Synonyms
- Lijndenia dioica Naudin [unknown]
- Memecylon dioicum Cogn. [unknown]
- Memecylon laurinum Koord. [illegitimate]
- Memecylon lijndenia Kuntze [unknown]
- Memecylon oligoneurum Blume [unknown]
- Memecylon trinerve Hassk. [unknown]
Description
Lijndenia laurina (also called 'Laurina Fern', among many other common names) is a small fern species native to the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. It has a creeping rhizome and its fronds are ovate in shape. It is found in moist habitats, such as humid forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Lijndenia laurina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge. It is also used for its wood, which is used for making furniture and other wood products.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Lijndenia laurina are small, yellow-green in color, and have a distinct bell shape. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are short and thin, with small, dark green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Lijndenia laurina is a fern native to South America. It prefers a warm, humid environment and moist, well-drained soil. It can tolerate full sun or partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The spores should be sown on moist, sterile soil and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate.
Where to Find Lijndenia laurina
Lijndenia laurina is native to the Atlantic Forest region of Brazil.
Lijndenia laurina FAQ
What is the scientific name of Lijndenia laurina?
Lijndenia laurina
What is the common name of Lijndenia laurina?
Laurina Fern
Where does Lijndenia laurina grow?
Lijndenia laurina is native to South America and grows in moist, shady areas.
Species in the Lijndenia genus
Lijndenia laurina,
Lijndenia capitellata,
Lijndenia gardneri,
Lijndenia barteri,
Lijndenia ramiflora,
Lijndenia brenanii,
Lijndenia melastomoides,
Lijndenia danguyana,
Lijndenia roborea,
Lijndenia terminalis,
Lijndenia procteri,
Lijndenia acuminata,
Lijndenia darainensis,
Lijndenia densiflora,
Lijndenia meeusei,
Lijndenia udzungwarum,
Species in the Melastomataceae family
Acanthella sprucei,
Acanthella pulchra,
Acanthella conferta,
Aciotis polystachya,
Aciotis purpurascens,
Aciotis acuminifolia,
Aciotis annua,
Aciotis rubricaulis,
Aciotis cordata,
Aciotis indecora,
Aciotis paludosa,
Aciotis circaeoides,
Aciotis ornata,
Aciotis circaeifolia,
Aciotis wurdackiana,
Aciotis olivieriana,
Aciotis ferreirana,
Aciotis viscida,
Aciotis pendulifolia,
Aciotis brachybotria,
Acisanthera pulchella,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera boliviensis,
Acisanthera variabilis,
Acisanthera uniflora,
Acisanthera alsinaefolia,
Acisanthera paraguayensis,
Acisanthera alata,
Acisanthera hedyotoidea,
Acisanthera glazioviana,
Acisanthera quadrata,
Acisanthera ayangannae,
Acisanthera divaricata,
Adelobotrys ciliatus,
Adelobotrys atlanticus,
Adelobotrys adscendens,
Adelobotrys barbatus,
Adelobotrys ciliata,
Adelobotrys macrophylla,
Adelobotrys praetexta,
Adelobotrys tessmannii,
Adelobotrys boissieriana,
Adelobotrys fuscescens,
Adelobotrys macrantha,
Adelobotrys rotundifolius,
Adelobotrys subsessilis,
Adelobotrys jefensis,
Adelobotrys linearifolia,
Adelobotrys ayangannensis,
Adelobotrys scandens,