Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
submersa
ID:
503911

Status:
valid

Authors:
(J.B.Hall) C.D.K.Cook & Rutish.

Source:
ksu

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Taxon 50: 1165 (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000503243



Common Names

  • Saxicolella submersa
  • Submersa Saxicolella
  • Submersa Orchid


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Synonyms

  • Polypleurum submersum J.B.Hall [unknown]

Description

Saxicolella submersa (also called Submersa 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 submersa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomachaches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Saxicolella submersa is a white, star-shaped bloom with five petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Saxicolella submersa 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 submersa

Saxicolella submersa is native to India and Sri Lanka.

Saxicolella submersa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Saxicolella submersa?

Saxicolella submersa

What is the common name of Saxicolella submersa?

Submerged Saxicolella

What is the native range of Saxicolella submersa?

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,

References

John Bartholomew Hall (1932-1984): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.B.Hall' in the authors string.
Christopher David Kentish Cook (1933-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.D.K.Cook' in the authors string.
Rolf Rutishauser (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rutish.' in the authors string.