Ophioglossum pusillum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Ophioglossales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pusillum
ID:
1111915
Status:
valid
Authors:
Raf.
Source:
tro
Year:
1814
Citation Micro:
Precis Decouv. Somiol. 46. 1814
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001111253
Common Names
- Ophioglossum pusillum
- Little Adder's Tongue
- Pusillum Ophioglossum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Ophioglossum pusillum (also called Small Adder's-tongue, among many other common names) is a small fern with long, narrow, and lance-shaped fronds. It is native to the western regions of North America, and typically grows in moist and shady habitats such as rainforests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Ophioglossum pusillum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Ophioglossum pusillum has small, greenish-white flowers that are borne on the surface of the plant. The flowers are surrounded by small, scale-like leaves. The seeds are tiny and black and are produced in clusters. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf that is divided into two parts.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Ophioglossum pusillum is a terrestrial fern native to North America. It is typically found growing in moist, shady areas. To cultivate this plant, it should be planted in a well-draining soil mix that is kept moist. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes or by division of the fronds.
Where to Find Ophioglossum pusillum
Ophioglossum pusillum is native to the temperate forests of North America and Europe.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26605096: Based on the initial data import
Constantine Samuel Rafinesque (1783-1840): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Raf.' in the authors string.