Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
filicina
ID:
327044

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Dod) Nir

Source:
wcs

Year:
1997

Citation Micro:
Lindleyana 12: 186 (1997)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000326376



Common Names

  • Tomzanonia filicina
  • Filicina Tomzanonia
  • Filicina Ball Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Dilomilis filicina Dod [unknown]

Description

Tomzanonia filicina (also called Filicina Tomzanonia, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is an evergreen fern with long, thin fronds and small, glossy leaflets. It is found in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Tomzanonia filicina is a shrub native to South America. It is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and its flowers are often used in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tomzanonia filicina has small, yellow flowers with white centers. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have long, thin stems.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tomzanonia filicina is a shrub native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It should be kept moist but not wet and fertilized every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Tomzanonia filicina

Tomzanonia filicina is native to the Caribbean and can be found in tropical forests and woodlands.

Tomzanonia filicina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tomzanonia filicina?

Tomzanonia filicina

What is the common name of Tomzanonia filicina?

Filicina Tomzanonia

What is the natural habitat of Tomzanonia filicina?

Tropical forests

Species in the Tomzanonia 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

The Plant List v1.1 record kew-206999: Based on the initial data import
Mark Anthony Nir (b.1935): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Nir' in the authors string.
Donald Dungan Dod (1912-2008): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Dod' in the authors string.