Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
ovalescens
ID:
158671

Status:
valid

Authors:
Fée

Source:
ipni

Year:
1857

Citation Micro:
Mém. Foug., 8. Ic. Esp. Nouv. : 72 (1857)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000158000



Common Names

  • Oval Spleenwort
  • Oval Fern
  • Oval Adiantum


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Description

Adiantum ovalescens (also called oval maidenhair fern, among many other common names) is a small fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds up to 30 cm long. It is native to the Philippines and occurs in primary and secondary forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum ovalescens is a species of fern that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Adiantum ovalescens is a small, greenish-brown spikelet. The seed is a small, dark brown, oblong, and winged. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum ovalescens is a fern species native to the tropical regions of South America. It is an epiphyte and is found in humid forests. It is propagated by spores and can be grown in a moist, shady environment. It requires regular watering and fertilization to thrive.

Where to Find Adiantum ovalescens

Adiantum ovalescens is native to South America and can be found in the rainforests of Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Adiantum ovalescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum ovalescens?

Adiantum ovalescens

What type of plant is Adiantum ovalescens?

Fern

Where is Adiantum ovalescens native to?

New Zealand

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