Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
dioganum
ID:
147059

Status:
valid

Authors:
Glaziou

Source:
ipni

Year:
1882

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 20: 310 (1882)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000146388



Common Names

  • Diogan Adiantum
  • Dioganum Adiantum
  • Diogan's Maidenhair Fern


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Description

Adiantum dioganum (also called Diogo's maidenhair fern, among many other common names) is a small fern with delicate, fan-shaped fronds. It is native to Brazil, and is found in humid, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum dioganum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums, as it is a small fern with delicate foliage.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adiantum dioganum has small, white flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings have two, fan-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum dioganum is a fern native to South America. It is an epiphytic fern, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It is easy to propagate from spores, and can be grown in a pot or in a hanging basket. It prefers moist, humid conditions and partial shade. It is not frost-tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.

Where to Find Adiantum dioganum

Adiantum dioganum is found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Adiantum dioganum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum dioganum?

Adiantum dioganum

What type of plant is Adiantum dioganum?

Fern

Where is Adiantum dioganum native to?

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