Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
gomphophyllum
ID:
150307

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
ipni

Year:
1894

Citation Micro:
Ann. Bot. (Oxford) 8. 124. 1894 (1894)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000149636



Common Names

  • Gomphophyllum Adiantum
  • Adiantum gomphophyllum
  • Gomphophyllum Fern


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Description

Adiantum gomphophyllum (also called Maidenhair Fern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to Central and South America. It has a creeping rhizome, with fronds that are lanceolate to ovate-lanceolate in shape, and are usually up to 40 cm long. It is found in humid and shady areas, such as in forests and on rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum gomphophyllum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, cough, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adiantum gomphophyllum is a small, white, fragrant flower with six petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedling is a small, dark green, heart-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum gomphophyllum is a hardy fern that is easy to grow and propagate. It can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizomes. When propagating from spores, the spores should be sown on a sterile, moist, and well-draining medium. When propagating by division, the rhizomes should be divided into sections and each section should be planted in a pot filled with a sterile, moist, and well-draining medium. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Adiantum gomphophyllum

Adiantum gomphophyllum is native to the tropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to northern Argentina. It can be found in tropical forests and moist, shady areas.

Adiantum gomphophyllum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum gomphophyllum?

Adiantum gomphophyllum

What is the common name of Adiantum gomphophyllum?

Gomphophyllum Adiantum

Where is Adiantum gomphophyllum found?

Adiantum gomphophyllum 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