Leptopteris superba - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Osmundales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
superba
ID:
148440
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Colenso) C.Presl
Source:
ipni
Year:
1848
Citation Micro:
Abh. Böhm. Ges. Wiss. V. 5. 326. 1848; Hk. Ic. pl. (1848)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000147769
Common Names
- Superb Shieldfern
- Superb Wartfern
- Superb Woodfern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Osmunda superba (Colenso) J.B.Armstr. [unknown]
- Todea superba Colenso [unknown]
Description
Leptopteris superba (also called Superb Lace Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Pteridaceae family. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. It grows in moist, shady forests, often in rocky areas. It has a single, erect, fertile frond that is up to 2 feet tall and is divided into two parts. The upper part is a sterile, fan-like blade with many small, oval leaflets. The lower part is a single spike of small, yellowish-green flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Leptopteris superba is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Leptopteris superba is small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped spore. The seedlings are small, yellowish-green, and have a single leaf.
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Leptopteris superba is a terrestrial fern native to the Mediterranean region. It is a slow-growing, evergreen fern that prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizome in the spring or by spores.
Where to Find Leptopteris superba
Leptopteris superba can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Leptopteris superba FAQ
What is the scientific name of Leptopteris superba?
Leptopteris superba
What type of plant is Leptopteris superba?
Fern
Where is Leptopteris superba found?
Tropical Asia
Species in the Leptopteris genus
Species in the Osmundaceae family
Leptopteris laxa, Leptopteris moorei, Leptopteris superba, Leptopteris hymenophylloides, Leptopteris alpina, Leptopteris fraseri, Osmunda herbacea, Osmunda hilsenbergii, Osmunda japonica, Osmunda banksiifolia, Osmunda regalis, Osmunda spectabilis, Osmunda vachellii, Osmunda lancea, Osmunda angustifolia, Osmunda javanica, Osmunda mildei, Osmunda abyssinica, Osmunda hybrida, Osmunda pilosa, Osmunda claytoniana, Osmundastrum cinnamomeum, Osmundastrum claytonianum, Todea barbara, Todea papuana,
References
Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
William Colenso (1811-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colenso' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17133780-1: Based on the initial data import