Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Myrtales
Genus:
Species:
gaudichaudianum
ID:
162211

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gray

Source:
ipni

Year:
1854

Citation Micro:
U.S. Expl. Exped., Phan. 15: 603 (1854)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000161540



Common Names

  • Gaudichaud's Pleroma
  • Gaudichaud's Leather Plant
  • Gaudichaud's Leather Fern


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Description

Pleroma gaudichaudianum (also called Gaudichaud'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 gaudichaudianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pleroma gaudichaudianum is yellow and bell-shaped. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Pleroma gaudichaudianum: 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 gaudichaudianum

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

Pleroma gaudichaudianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pleroma gaudichaudianum?

Pleroma gaudichaudianum

What is the family of Pleroma gaudichaudianum?

Asteraceae

What is the common name of Pleroma gaudichaudianum?

Gaudichaud'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,

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