Status:
valid
Authors:
Toill.-Gen. & Bosser
Source:
wcs
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Naturaliste Malgache 13: 25 (1964)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000249963
Common Names
- Keraudrenae Neobathiea
- Neobathiea keraudrenae
- Keraudrenae
Description
Neobathiea keraudrenae (also called 'Keraudren's Apostasia', among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Madagascar. 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
Neobathiea keraudrenae 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
Neobathiea keraudrenae has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Neobathiea keraudrenae is an evergreen shrub that grows best in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of 18-21°C. Cuttings should be taken from semi-ripe wood and rooted in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Keep the cuttings at a temperature of 18-21°C and provide bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Neobathiea keraudrenae
Neobathiea keraudrenae is native to Madagascar and can be found in the northern and eastern parts of the island.
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Orchidaceae
Species in the Neobathiea 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,