Adiantum mendoncae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
mendoncae
ID:
1286320
Status:
valid
Authors:
Alston
Source:
tro
Year:
1954
Citation Micro:
Estud. Ens. Docum. Junta Invest. Ultramar. 12: 19, t.6,7. 1954
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285658
Common Names
- Adiantum
- Mendoncae
- Adiantum Mendoncae
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Adiantum mendoncae (also called Mendonça's Maidenhair, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to temperate regions of Europe and Asia. It has a thick, branched stem and lanceolate leaves. It grows in dry meadows, rocky slopes, and scrublands.
Uses & Benefits
Adiantum mendoncae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Adiantum mendoncae are white and bell-shaped. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are short and thick with multiple stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Adiantum mendoncae is a perennial herb that can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist soil and partial shade. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers well-drained, sandy loam. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -4°C (25°F). It can be propagated by seed or division.
Where to Find Adiantum mendoncae
Adiantum mendoncae is native to the tropical forests of South America.
Adiantum mendoncae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adiantum mendoncae?
Adiantum mendoncae
What type of plant is Adiantum mendoncae?
It is a type of fern.
Where is Adiantum mendoncae found?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
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
Arthur Hugh Garfit Alston (1902-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alston' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17368090-1: Based on the initial data import