Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
obovatum
ID:
1335332

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.H.Wang, F.G.Wang & F.W.Xing

Source:
ipni

Year:
2017

Citation Micro:
PLoS ONE 12(4): e0172729 (13) (2017)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347786





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Description

Adiantum obovatum (also called 'obovate maidenhair fern', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern with a spreading habit. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is usually found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum obovatum is a popular ornamental plant, often used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant, with its leaves and petals being used to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adiantum obovatum is small and white with yellow anthers. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum obovatum is a small evergreen fern. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is by division or from spores.

Where to Find Adiantum obovatum

Adiantum obovatum is native to India and can be found in the states of Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

Adiantum obovatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum obovatum?

Adiantum obovatum

What is the common name of Adiantum obovatum?

Oval-leaf adiantum

What is the natural habitat of Adiantum obovatum?

Adiantum obovatum is found in tropical forests of Thailand.

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

Fa Guo Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.G.Wang' in the authors string.
Fu Wu Xing (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.W.Xing' in the authors string.
Ai-Hua Wang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.H.Wang' in the authors string.