Nephrolepis equilatera - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
equilatera
ID:
1286135
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Rojas
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Mét. Ecol. Sist. 3(Supl. 1): 63 (-64; fig. 2). 2008 [after 4 Aug 2008]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285473
Common Names
- Nephrolepis equilatera
- Equilatera Nephrolepis
- Equilatera Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Nephrolepis equilatera (also called Nephrolepis equilatera, among many other common names) is a fern native to South America. It grows up to 1 m in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-oblong in shape. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Nephrolepis equilatera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract hummingbirds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Nephrolepis equilatera has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in groups of three. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Nephrolepis equilatera is a fern species native to Mexico and Central America. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 10-12.
Where to Find Nephrolepis equilatera
Nephrolepis equilatera is native to Central and South America.
Nephrolepis equilatera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Nephrolepis equilatera?
Nephrolepis equilatera
What is the common name of Nephrolepis equilatera?
Equilateral Nephrolepis
What is the natural habitat of Nephrolepis equilatera?
It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50328210: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Rojas (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rojas' in the authors string.