Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
rhizophytum
ID:
1281448

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schrad.

Source:
tro

Year:
1824

Citation Micro:
Gött. Gel. Anz. 1824: 872 (1824)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280786



Common Names

  • Adiantum Rhizophytum
  • Rhizophytum Adiantum
  • Adiantum Tree


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Description

Adiantum rhizophytum (also called Rhizophytic Maidenhair Fern, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It has a creeping habit and grows to a height of 1-2 feet. Its leaves are lanceolate and its flowers are green in color. It is found in moist, shady habitats and prefers moist, well-drained soils.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum rhizophytum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adiantum rhizophytum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum rhizophytum can be propagated by division or from seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Adiantum rhizophytum

Adiantum rhizophytum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Adiantum rhizophytum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum rhizophytum?

Adiantum rhizophytum

What is the common name of Adiantum rhizophytum?

Rooted Maidenhair

Where is Adiantum rhizophytum native to?

The Caribbean

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