Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Caryophyllales
Species:
congesta
ID:
520851

Status:
valid

Authors:
Adamson

Source:
cmp

Year:
1955

Citation Micro:
J. S. African Bot. 21: 91 (1955)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000520183



Common Names

  • Adenogramma Congesta
  • Congested Adenogramma
  • Congested Adenogramma Vine


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Description

Adenogramma congesta (also called Clustered Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to South Africa. It has a creeping stem and small, needle-like leaves. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Adenogramma congesta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat fever, headache, and stomachache.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adenogramma congesta has a small white flower with a yellow center, and the seed is a small, dark brown nut. The seedlings are thin and grass-like.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adenogramma congesta is a small, evergreen shrub that grows up to 1m in height. It is best grown in a sunny position in well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by seed, cuttings or layering.

Where to Find Adenogramma congesta

Adenogramma congesta is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Adenogramma congesta FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adenogramma congesta?

Adenogramma congesta

What type of plant is Adenogramma congesta?

A perennial shrub

What is the natural habitat of Adenogramma congesta?

It is found in rocky areas and dry coastal scrub

Species in the Molluginaceae family

Adenogramma asparagoides, Adenogramma capillaris, Adenogramma congesta, Adenogramma glomerata, Adenogramma lichtensteiniana, Adenogramma littoralis, Adenogramma mollugo, Adenogramma physocalyx, Adenogramma rigida, Adenogramma sylvatica, Adenogramma teretifolia, Coelanthum grandiflorum, Coelanthum semiquinquefidum, Coelanthum verticillatum, Glinus bainesii, Glinus herniarioides, Glinus lotoides, Glinus microphyllus, Glinus oppositifolius, Glinus orygioides, Glinus radiatus, Glinus runkewitzii, Glinus sessiliflorus, Glinus setiflorus, Glischrothamnus ulei, Hypertelis angrae-pequenae, Hypertelis arenicola, Hypertelis bowkeriana, Hypertelis caespitosa, Hypertelis salsoloides, Hypertelis spergulacea, Hypertelis trachysperma, Mollugo verticillata, Mollugo pinosia, Mollugo nudicaulis, Mollugo cerviana, Mollugo fragilis, Mollugo angustifolia, Mollugo namaquensis, Mollugo pusilla, Mollugo tenella, Mollugo walteri, Mollugo decandra, Mollugo caespitosa, Mollugo pentaphylla, Mollugo stricta, Mollugo snodgrassii, Mollugo crockeri, Mollugo flavescens, Mollugo floriana,

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