Status:
valid
Authors:
Peruzzi, Pierini, Magrini, Marchetti & Viane
Source:
ipni
Year:
2015
Citation Micro:
Pl. Biosystems 149(3-4): 744 (2015)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343882
Common Names
- Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum
- Pseudoazoricum Ophioglossum
- Pseudoazoric Ophioglossum
Description
Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum (also called African adder's-tongue, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South Africa. It has long, linear leaves and produces small, white flowers in the summer. It grows in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum has no known non-medical uses.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum has small, white flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have thin, green stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.
Where to Find Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum
Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum is native to the Azores.
Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum?
Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum
What is the common name of Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum?
Pseudoazoricum Ophioglossum
Where is Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum found?
Ophioglossum pseudoazoricum is found in Portugal and Spain.
Species in the Ophioglossum genus
Ophioglossum falcatum,
Ophioglossum intermedium,
Ophioglossum kawamurae,
Ophioglossum lineare,
Ophioglossum louisii,
Ophioglossum melipillense,
Ophioglossum opacum,
Ophioglossum parvum,
Ophioglossum rabellum,
Ophioglossum simplex,
Ophioglossum convexum,
Ophioglossum sandieae,
Ophioglossum lancifolium,
Ophioglossum pendulum,
Ophioglossum crotalophoroides,
Ophioglossum engelmannii,
Ophioglossum lusitanicum,
Ophioglossum nudicaule,
Ophioglossum petiolatum,
Ophioglossum reticulatum,
Ophioglossum vulgatum,
Ophioglossum polyphyllum,
Ophioglossum pumilio,
Ophioglossum dendroneuron,
Ophioglossum mononeuron,
Ophioglossum palmatum,
Ophioglossum bergianum,
Ophioglossum costatum,
Ophioglossum gomezianum,
Ophioglossum californicum,
Ophioglossum pusillum,
Ophioglossum fernandezianum,
Ophioglossum thomasii,
Ophioglossum scariosum,
Ophioglossum coriaceum,
Ophioglossum ellipticum,
Ophioglossum thermale,
Ophioglossum gramineum,
Ophioglossum oleosum,
Ophioglossum eliminatum,
Ophioglossum azoricum,
Ophioglossum parvifolium,
Ophioglossum austro-asiaticum,
Ophioglossum harrisii,
Ophioglossum oblongum,
Ophioglossum yongrenense,
Ophioglossum latifolium,
Ophioglossum gracillimum,
Ophioglossum caroticaule,
Ophioglossum lusoafricanum,
Species in the Ophioglossaceae family
References
Sara Magrini: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Magrini' in the authors string.
B. Pierini: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pierini' in the authors string.