Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
acrolobum
ID:
1286132

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rojas

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Mét. Ecol. Sist. 3(Supl. 1): 2 (-3; fig. 1) (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285470



Common Names

  • Adiantum acrolobum
  • Acrolobum Adiantum
  • Acrolobum Fern


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Description

Adiantum acrolobum (also called Lacy Maidenhair Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina, and it is found in moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum acrolobum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adiantum acrolobum has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in groups of three. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum acrolobum is a fern species native to Mexico and Central America. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 10-12.

Where to Find Adiantum acrolobum

Adiantum acrolobum is native to Central and South America.

Adiantum acrolobum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum acrolobum?

Adiantum acrolobum

What is the common name of Adiantum acrolobum?

Acrolobous Adiantum

What is the natural habitat of Adiantum acrolobum?

It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America

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

References