Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
dawsonii
ID:
1275344

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lellinger & J.Prado

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 91(1): 6 (-8; fig. 3) (2001)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274682



Common Names

  • Adiantum dawsonii
  • Dawsonii Adiantum
  • Dawsoni Adiantum


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Description

Adiantum dawsonii (also called Dawson's Maidenhair, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Adiantaceae. It is native to the tropical rainforests of the Democratic Republic of the Congo, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum dawsonii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adiantum dawsonii has small white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum dawsonii is a hardy, evergreen fern that is native to South America. It is easy to propagate and cultivate, and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by division or by spores.

Where to Find Adiantum dawsonii

Adiantum dawsonii is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.

Adiantum dawsonii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum dawsonii?

Adiantum dawsonii

What is the common name of Adiantum dawsonii?

Dawsonii Adiantum

What is the natural habitat of Adiantum dawsonii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50274653: Based on the initial data import
David B. Lellinger (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lellinger' in the authors string.
Jefferson Prado (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Prado' in the authors string.