Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
mindanaoense
ID:
156886

Status:
valid

Authors:
Copel.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 1(Suppl. 2): 154, t. 10 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000156215



Common Names

  • Mindanao Adiantum
  • Mindanao Maidenhair Fern
  • Adiantum Mindanaoense


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Synonyms

  • Adiantum christii Rosenst. [unknown]
  • Adiantum aculeolatum Alderw. [unknown]

Description

Adiantum mindanaoense (also called Mindanao Maidenhair, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to the Philippines. It is a small fern, with fronds up to 20 cm long. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum mindanaoense is a popular houseplant and is used to decorate homes and offices. It is also known to help purify the air and reduce stress.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adiantum mindanaoense is a small, white or cream-colored flower with four petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedling is a small, oval-shaped seedling with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum mindanaoense is a fern native to the Philippines. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial to full shade. Propagation is by division in spring or by spores sown on surface of a sandy, peaty compost in a cold frame. Keep the compost moist but not wet.

Where to Find Adiantum mindanaoense

Adiantum mindanaoense can be found in the Philippines.

Adiantum mindanaoense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum mindanaoense?

Adiantum mindanaoense

What is the common name of Adiantum mindanaoense?

Mindanao Maidenhair Fern

Where is Adiantum mindanaoense native to?

Philippines

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