Adiantum gingkoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gingkoides
ID:
150000
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Chr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Bull. Mus. Natl. Hist. Nat. II. 6. 100. 1934. (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000149329
Common Names
- Gingko Fern
- Gingko-Leaf Fern
- Maidenhair Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adiantum gingkoides (also called Ginkgo Maidenhair Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, swamps, and seasonally inundated wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Adiantum gingkoides is a species of fern that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Adiantum gingkoides is a small, yellowish-green flower with a yellowish-green center. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adiantum gingkoides is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in temperatures between 15-25°C.
Where to Find Adiantum gingkoides
Adiantum gingkoides is native to China and Japan. It can be found growing in moist forests, woodlands, and swamps.
Adiantum gingkoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adiantum gingkoides?
Adiantum gingkoides
What is the common name of Adiantum gingkoides?
Gingkoides Adiantum
Where is Adiantum gingkoides found?
Adiantum gingkoides is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas
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
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17297200-1: Based on the initial data import