Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
multisorum
ID:
1259292

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Samp.

Source:
tro

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Relat. Commiss. Linhas Telegr. Estratég. Matto Grosso Amazonas 5, Bot. pt. 7: 11, pl. 1, fig (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001258630



Common Names

  • Adiantum multisorum
  • Multisorum Adiantum
  • Many-forked Maidenhair


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Description

Adiantum multisorum (also called the many-sorus maidenhair, among many other common names) is a species of fern. It is native to tropical regions of the world, including Africa, India, and Southeast Asia, and prefers moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum multisorum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a natural filter for ponds and aquariums. It is also used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adiantum multisorum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have two cotyledons and the first true leaves are opposite and simple.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum multisorum is a perennial fern that is best grown in moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It is best to sow the spores in a moist, sterile soil mix and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Once the seedlings have emerged, they should be transplanted into individual containers and given plenty of light and water.

Where to Find Adiantum multisorum

Adiantum multisorum is native to the Caribbean, Central and South America, and Mexico.

Adiantum multisorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum multisorum?

Adiantum multisorum

What is the common name of Adiantum multisorum?

Multisorum maidenhair

What type of environment does Adiantum multisorum grow in?

Adiantum multisorum grows in wet, marshy 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