Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
abscissum
ID:
1281444

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrad.

Source:
tro

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Gött. Gel. Anz. 1824. 872 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280782



Common Names

  • Adiantum Abscissum
  • Abscissum Adiantum
  • Adiantum Tree


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Description

Adiantum abscissum (also called Abscissum Maidenhair Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are green in color. It is found in moist, shady habitats and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum abscissum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adiantum abscissum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum abscissum can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Adiantum abscissum

Adiantum abscissum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Adiantum abscissum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum abscissum?

Adiantum abscissum

What is the common name of Adiantum abscissum?

Abscissed Maidenhair

Where is Adiantum abscissum native to?

The Caribbean

Species in the Adiantum genus

Adiantum viridescens, Adiantum vivesii, Adiantum wattii, Adiantum alomae, Adiantum aneitense, Adiantum balfourii, Adiantum bellum, Adiantum celebicum, Adiantum ciliatum, Adiantum cinnamomeum, Adiantum dioganum, Adiantum erylliae, Adiantum fournieri, Adiantum fulvum, Adiantum gingkoides, Adiantum gomphophyllum, Adiantum hollandiae, Adiantum hornei, Adiantum hosei, Adiantum klossii, Adiantum lamrianum, Adiantum mariposatum, Adiantum membranifolium, Adiantum mindanaoense, Adiantum monosorum, Adiantum mynsseniae, Adiantum neoguineense, Adiantum novae-caledoniae, Adiantum ovalescens, Adiantum palaoense, Adiantum parishii, Adiantum proliferum, Adiantum pulchellum, Adiantum pulcherrimum, Adiantum rectangulare, Adiantum semiorbiculatum, Adiantum serratifolium, Adiantum siamense, Adiantum tetragonum, Adiantum thongthamii, Adiantum trilobum, Adiantum meishanianum, Adiantum discolor, Adiantum papillosum, Adiantum camptorachis, Adiantum capillus-junonis, Adiantum caudatum, Adiantum flabellulatum, Adiantum monochlamys, Adiantum pedatum,

Species in the Pteridaceae family

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