Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
tridactylitifolia
ID:
1261046

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1927

Citation Micro:
Beibl. Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 138: 8 (1927)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001260384

Common Names

  • Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia
  • Three-fingered Jenmaniella
  • Three-fingered Jenmaniella Fern

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Description

Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia (also called Three-fingered Jenmaniella, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen with delicate, lacy leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, well-drained soils in open woodlands and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It can also be used to prevent soil erosion. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, colds, and headaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia is small, white, and has five petals. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling has a single cotyledon and a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that is native to Central and South America. It can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F). It is best to water the plant deeply and infrequently, allowing the soil to dry out between waterings.

Where to Find Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia

Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, including Mexico, Central America, and South America.

Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia FAQ

What is the scientific name of Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia?

Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia

What is the common name of Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia?

Tridactylitifolia

What type of plant is Jenmaniella tridactylitifolia?

Aquatic plant

Species in the Podostemaceae family

Angolaea fluitans, Apinagia aripecuruensis, Apinagia arminensis, Apinagia batrachifolia, Apinagia boliviana, Apinagia brevicaulis, Apinagia crispa, Apinagia digitata, Apinagia dissecta, Apinagia divaricata, Apinagia fimbrifolia, Apinagia flexuosa, Apinagia fluitans, Apinagia fucoides, Apinagia gardneriana, Apinagia glaziovii, Apinagia goejei, Apinagia guairaensis, Apinagia guyanensis, Apinagia hulkiana, Apinagia itanensis, Apinagia kochii, Apinagia latifolia, Apinagia leptophylla, Apinagia longifolia, Apinagia marowynensis, Apinagia membranacea, Apinagia minor, Apinagia multibranchiata, Apinagia parvifolia, Apinagia petiolata, Apinagia platystigma, Apinagia pusilla, Apinagia rangiferina, Apinagia richardiana, Apinagia ruppioides, Apinagia spruceana, Apinagia staheliana, Apinagia surumuensis, Apinagia tenuifolia, Apinagia treslingiana, Apinagia versteegiana, Apinagia brejoagrestinensis, Autana andersonii, Castelnavia noveloi, Castelnavia cuneifolia, Castelnavia fimbriata, Castelnavia fluitans, Castelnavia lindmaniana, Castelnavia monandra,

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