Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
sambucino-lingua
ID:
1318842

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Barla) Garay & H.R.Sweet

Source:
ipni

Year:
1969

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mus. Leafl. 22: 287 (1969)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331296



Common Names

  • Serapirhiza
  • Sambucino-lingua
  • Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua


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Description

Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua (also called Elderberry Tongue Fern, among many other common names) is an epiphytic fern native to the eastern United States. It has a creeping rhizome and its leaves are pinnate, with a single row of pinnae. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua is white and has five petals. The seed is small and round with a dark brown color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua is a perennial herb that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring or early summer. Cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall and planted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua

Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, including Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua FAQ

What is the scientific name of Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua?

Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua

What is the common name of Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua?

Sambucino-Lingua Serapirhiza

Where is Serapirhiza sambucino-lingua native to?

South America

Species in the Serapirhiza 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,

References

Leslie A. Garay (1924-2016): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Garay' in the authors string.
Herman Royden Sweet (1909-1992): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.R.Sweet' in the authors string.
Jean-Baptiste Barla (1817-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Barla' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:657745-1: Based on the initial data import