Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
janzenianum
ID:
1317329

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rojas & C.Herrera

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
Brenesia 78: 1 (2012 publ. 2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329783



Common Names

  • Adiantum janzenianum
  • Janzen's Adiantum
  • Janzen's Maidenhair Fern


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Description

Adiantum janzenianum (also called 'Janzen's Maidenhair Fern', among many other common names) is a small fern with delicate, fan-shaped fronds. It is native to Central America and is found in humid forests, usually on mossy branches.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum janzenianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adiantum janzenianum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have fan-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum janzenianum is a perennial fern that can be propagated from spores or by division. It can be grown in partial shade and prefers well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to 0°C (32°F).

Where to Find Adiantum janzenianum

Adiantum janzenianum is native to Mexico.

Adiantum janzenianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum janzenianum?

Adiantum janzenianum

What is the common name of Adiantum janzenianum?

Janzen's Maidenhair Fern

What is the natural habitat of Adiantum janzenianum?

Moist, shady areas

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

Alexander Rojas (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rojas' in the authors string.
Christian G. Herrera Martínez (b.1989): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Herrera' in the authors string.