Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
zamboangensis
ID:
912246

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ames) W.Suarez & Cootes

Source:
wcs

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
OrchideenJ. 16: 71 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000911581

Common Names

  • Zamboanga Sea Squirt
  • Zamboanga Tunicate
  • Zamboanga Sea Pork

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Description

Ascidieria zamboangensis (also called Zamboanga Ascidieria, among many other common names) is a species of fern found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia. It is a small fern with dark green, fan-shaped fronds. It is native to Thailand, Malaysia, Indonesia, and the Philippines, and is found in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Ascidieria zamboangensis is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Ascidieria zamboangensis is a white, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, kidney-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and delicate, with white and green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Ascidieria zamboangensis is a slow-growing, terrestrial fern that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizomes or by spores.

Where to Find Ascidieria zamboangensis

Ascidieria zamboangensis is native to the Philippines, in the province of Zamboanga.

Ascidieria zamboangensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Ascidieria zamboangensis?

Ascidieria zamboangensis

What is the common name of Ascidieria zamboangensis?

Zamboangensis Ascidieria

Where is Ascidieria zamboangensis native to?

Philippines

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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-456465: Based on the initial data import
Wally Suarez (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.Suarez' in the authors string.
Oakes Ames (1874-1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ames' in the authors string.
James Edward Cootes (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Cootes' in the authors string.