Actiniopteris kornasii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
kornasii
ID:
1251691
Status:
valid
Authors:
Medw.-Kornas
Source:
tro
Year:
1999
Citation Micro:
Fragm. Florist. Geobot. 44(1): 72 (1999) (1999)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001251029
Common Names
- Actiniopteris kornasii
- Kornasii Actiniopteris
- Actiniopteris
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Actiniopteris kornasii (also called Kornas' actiniopteris, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Central and South America. It has small, white flowers and grows in dry, rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Actiniopteris kornasii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actiniopteris kornasii has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters on the tips of the fronds. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actiniopteris kornasii is a slow-growing evergreen fern that can be propagated from spores or by division. Spores should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept moist until germination. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Actiniopteris kornasii
Actiniopteris kornasii is native to South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Brazil, Paraguay, and Argentina.
Actiniopteris kornasii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actiniopteris kornasii?
Actiniopteris kornasii
What is the natural habitat of Actiniopteris kornasii?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
What are the common names of Actiniopteris kornasii?
Kornasii actiniopteris, Kornasii false malmea