Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1830
Citation Micro:
Pl. Asiat. Rar. 1: 76 (1830)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249986
Common Names
- Apostasia nuda
- Nuda
- Naked Apostasia
Synonyms
- Apostasia brunonis Griff. [unknown]
- Apostasia lobbii Rchb.f. [unknown]
- Adactylus brunonis (Griff.) Cretz. [unknown]
- Adactylus lobbii Rolfe [unknown]
- Adactylus nudus Rolfe [unknown]
Description
Apostasia nuda (also called 'Naked Apostasia', among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Southeast Asia. It is a terrestrial fern with fronds up to 1 m long. It grows in moist, shady areas in rainforest, wet sclerophyll forest and wet schlerophyll woodland.
Uses & Benefits
Apostasia nuda is used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, wounds, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Apostasia nuda is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with three petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Apostasia nuda is a tropical plant that prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is usually done by seed, but can also be done by cuttings. The plant can be grown in containers or in the ground.
Where to Find Apostasia nuda
Apostasia nuda is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in Thailand, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, and Malaysia.
Apostasia nuda FAQ
What is the scientific name of Apostasia nuda?
Apostasia nuda
What is the common name of Apostasia nuda?
Nuda Apostasia
What is the family of Apostasia nuda?
Orchidaceae
Species in the Apostasia genus
Species in the Orchidaceae family
Aa fiebrigii,
Aa hartwegii,
Aa hieronymi,
Aa leucantha,
Aa lorentzii,
Aa macra,
Aa achalensis,
Aa maderoi,
Aa mandonii,
Aa matthewsii,
Aa microtidis,
Aa paleacea,
Aa argyrolepis,
Aa riobambae,
Aa rosei,
Aa schickendanzii,
Aa sphaeroglossa,
Aa trilobulata,
Aa weddelliana,
Aa aurantiaca,
Aa calceata,
Aa colombiana,
Aa denticulata,
Aa erosa,
Aa figueroi,
Aa lozanoi,
Aa lehmannii,
Acampe carinata,
Acampe cephalotes,
Acampe ochracea,
Acampe pachyglossa,
Acampe praemorsa,
Acampe joiceyana,
Acampe hulae,
Acanthophippium bicolor,
Acanthophippium chrysoglossum,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Acanthophippium eburneum,
Acanthophippium gougahense,
Acanthophippium javanicum,
Acanthophippium lilacinum,
Acanthophippium mantinianum,
Acanthophippium parviflorum,
Acanthophippium pictum,
Acanthophippium splendidum,
Acanthophippium striatum,
Acanthophippium sylhetense,
Acanthophippium curtisii,
Achlydosa glandulosa,
Acianthera aculeata,