Osmunda abyssinica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Osmundales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
abyssinica
ID:
1231665
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Kuhn) A.E.Bobrov
Source:
tro
Year:
1967
Citation Micro:
Bot. Zhurn. (Moscow & Leningrad) 52: 1602 (1967)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001231003
Common Names
- Osmunda abyssinica
- Abyssinica Osmunda
- Abyssinian Osmunda
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Osmunda abyssinica (also called Abyssinian osmunda, among many other common names) is a perennial fern native to South America. It has long, narrow, pointed fronds and grows in moist, shady areas, often found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Osmunda abyssinica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Osmunda abyssinica has small, white, bell-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The flowers are followed by small, dark-colored berries. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with narrow, pointed leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Osmunda abyssinica is an evergreen fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. Spores should be sown in spring in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Osmunda abyssinica
Osmunda abyssinica can be found in Ethiopia.
Osmunda abyssinica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Osmunda abyssinica?
Osmunda abyssinica
What is the common name of Osmunda abyssinica?
Abyssinian Osmunda
What is the natural habitat of Osmunda abyssinica?
Tropical forests of Madagascar
Species in the Osmunda 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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50065523: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Adalbert Maximilian Kuhn (1842-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuhn' in the authors string.
Andrej Evgenievich Bobrov (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.E.Bobrov' in the authors string.