Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
fothergillii
ID:
162207

Status:
valid

Authors:
Triana

Source:
ipni

Year:
1872

Citation Micro:
Trans. Linn. Soc. London 28: 42 (1871 publ. 1872)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161536



Common Names

  • Fothergill's Pleroma
  • Fothergill's Leather Plant
  • Fothergill's Leather Fern


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Description

Pleroma fothergillii (also called Fothergill's Fern, among many other common names) is a small fern with a creeping rhizome and short, erect fronds. It is native to the coastal regions of Australia and New Zealand, and is found in coastal habitats such as rocky shores and sand dunes.

Uses & Benefits

Pleroma fothergillii is an ornamental plant often used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a natural mulch, as it helps to retain moisture and reduce weeds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: White, star-shaped, with five petals and yellow anthers. Seed: Small, black, and round. Seedlings: Green, short, and deeply veined.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pleroma fothergillii: This plant is best grown in a sunny location with well-drained soil. It can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring and division can be done in early spring or autumn.

Where to Find Pleroma fothergillii

Pleroma fothergillii is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Pleroma fothergillii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleroma fothergillii?

Pleroma fothergillii

What is the family of Pleroma fothergillii?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pleroma fothergillii?

Fothergill's Pleroma

Species in the Pleroma genus

Pleroma granulosum, Pleroma diffusum, Pleroma angustifolium, Pleroma arboreum, Pleroma asperior, Pleroma australe, Pleroma benthamianum, Pleroma candolleanum, Pleroma cardinale, Pleroma claussenii, Pleroma collinum, Pleroma dendroides, Pleroma fissinervium, Pleroma fothergillii, Pleroma foveolatum, Pleroma gaudichaudianum, Pleroma glandulosum, Pleroma hospitum, Pleroma langsdorffianum, Pleroma lhotskyanum, Pleroma macrochiton, Pleroma martiale, Pleroma maximilianum, Pleroma molle, Pleroma mutabile, Pleroma obscurum, Pleroma ochypetalum, Pleroma salviifolium, Pleroma stenocarpum, Pleroma thereminianum, Pleroma urceolare, Pleroma ursinum, Pleroma velutinum, Pleroma villosissimum, Pleroma elegans, Pleroma clidemioides, Pleroma tuberosum, Pleroma scaberrimum, Pleroma heteromallum, Pleroma oxypetala, Pleroma viminea, Pleroma trichopodum, Pleroma semidecandrum, Pleroma setosociliatum, Pleroma subsessilis, Pleroma trinervium, Pleroma fragae, Pleroma michelangelii, Pleroma costatocalyx, Pleroma penduliflora,

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,