Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
fuscatum
ID:
1327875

Status:
valid

Authors:
(hort. ex Lindl.) Jenny

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Orchidee (Hamburg) 61: 402 (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001340329





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Description

Lycomormium fuscatum (also called Fuscous lycomormium, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial fern native to Japan. It has small, glossy green leaves and small, white flowers. It is found in moist, shady forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Lycomormium fuscatum is used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, such as fever, diarrhea, and skin diseases. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Lycomormium fuscatum has white, bell-shaped flowers with yellow and purple markings. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Lycomormium fuscatum can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. The plant should be grown in a well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. The soil should be kept moist but not soggy. The plant should be fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Lycomormium fuscatum

Lycomormium fuscatum can be found in Japan.

Lycomormium fuscatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Lycomormium fuscatum?

Lycomormium fuscatum

What is the natural habitat of Lycomormium fuscatum?

Japan

What are the care requirements for Lycomormium fuscatum?

Lycomormium fuscatum prefers cool temperatures, moderate humidity, and bright indirect light.

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

John Lindley (1799-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lindl.' in the authors string.
Rudolph Jenny (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jenny' in the authors string.