Nephrolepis davallioides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
davallioides
ID:
148189
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kunze
Source:
ipni
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zeitung (Berlin) 4: 460. 1846
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000147518
Common Names
- Davallioides Sword Fern
- Davallioides Fern
- Sword Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nephrolepis davallioides (also called Fishbone Fern, among many other common names) is a small fern native to tropical and subtropical regions. It has thin, delicate fronds that are often found in moist, shady areas. It is often found in forests, woodlands, and other shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Nephrolepis davallioides is an ornamental fern that is used to decorate gardens and homes. It is also known for its ability to absorb moisture and reduce humidity levels in the air.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Nephrolepis davallioides is small and white, with 6 petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, light green, oval-shaped seedling.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nephrolepis davallioides can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by seed. It prefers a moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the garden.
Where to Find Nephrolepis davallioides
Nephrolepis davallioides is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical climates. It is usually found growing in moist, shady areas.
Nephrolepis davallioides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nephrolepis davallioides?
Nephrolepis davallioides
What are the common names of Nephrolepis davallioides?
Fishbone Fern, Fishbone Swordfern
What is the natural habitat of Nephrolepis davallioides?
Tropical and subtropical regions
Species in the Nephrolepis genus
Nephrolepis arida, Nephrolepis arthropteroides, Nephrolepis copelandii, Nephrolepis davalliae, Nephrolepis davallioides, Nephrolepis dicksonioides, Nephrolepis flexuosa, Nephrolepis hippocrepicis, Nephrolepis kuroiwae, Nephrolepis lauterbachii, Nephrolepis medlerae, Nephrolepis paludosa, Nephrolepis pickelii, Nephrolepis pseudobiserrata, Nephrolepis biserrata, Nephrolepis abrupta, Nephrolepis undulata, Nephrolepis averyi, Nephrolepis cordifolia, Nephrolepis exaltata, Nephrolepis hirsutula, Nephrolepis pectinata, Nephrolepis acutifolia, Nephrolepis pendula, Nephrolepis rivularis, Nephrolepis falcata, Nephrolepis obliterata, Nephrolepis radicans, Nephrolepis brownii, Nephrolepis grayumiana, Nephrolepis obtusiloba, Nephrolepis falciformis, Nephrolepis equilatera,
Species in the Nephrolepidaceae family
Nephrolepis arida, Nephrolepis arthropteroides, Nephrolepis copelandii, Nephrolepis davalliae, Nephrolepis davallioides, Nephrolepis dicksonioides, Nephrolepis flexuosa, Nephrolepis hippocrepicis, Nephrolepis kuroiwae, Nephrolepis lauterbachii, Nephrolepis medlerae, Nephrolepis paludosa, Nephrolepis pickelii, Nephrolepis pseudobiserrata, Nephrolepis biserrata, Nephrolepis abrupta, Nephrolepis undulata, Nephrolepis averyi, Nephrolepis cordifolia, Nephrolepis exaltata, Nephrolepis hirsutula, Nephrolepis pectinata, Nephrolepis acutifolia, Nephrolepis pendula, Nephrolepis rivularis, Nephrolepis falcata, Nephrolepis obliterata, Nephrolepis radicans, Nephrolepis brownii, Nephrolepis grayumiana, Nephrolepis obtusiloba, Nephrolepis falciformis, Nephrolepis equilatera,
References
Gustav Kunze (1793-1851): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kunze' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17160760-1: Based on the initial data import