Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
nana
ID:
503912

Status:
valid

Authors:
Engl.

Source:
ksu

Year:
1926

Citation Micro:
Bot. Jahrb. Syst. 60: 456 (1926)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503244



Common Names

  • Saxicolella nana
  • Nana Saxicolella
  • Nana Orchid


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Description

Saxicolella nana (also called Nana Saxicolella, among many other common names) is a species of fern with a rhizomatous root system. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in wet, marshy areas.

Uses & Benefits

Saxicolella nana is a small, evergreen perennial plant that is commonly used as an ornamental ground cover in gardens and landscaping. It has small, white flowers that bloom in the summer months and is drought-tolerant, making it a great choice for dry areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saxicolella nana is small and yellow, with five petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with two leaves and a thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saxicolella nana can be propagated through seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun to partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly during the growing season and to reduce watering during the winter months.

Where to Find Saxicolella nana

Saxicolella nana is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Saxicolella nana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saxicolella nana?

Saxicolella nana

What is the common name of Saxicolella nana?

Dwarf Saxicolella

What is the native range of Saxicolella nana?

India to China and Southeast Asia

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,