Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
shastense
ID:
1330602

Status:
valid

Authors:
Huiet & A.R.Sm.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 53: 74 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343056





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Description

Adiantum shastense (also called Shasta Maidenhair, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is a small epiphyte with ovate-lanceolate leaves and yellow flowers. It is native to California and grows in cloud forests at elevations of 1,000–2,000 metres (3,300–6,600 ft) above sea level.

Uses & Benefits

Adiantum shastense is used as an ornamental plant and its leaves are used for decoration.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Adiantum shastense has small, white flowers with yellow stamens. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Adiantum shastense is a fern that is native to California. It grows best in partial shade and a moist, well-draining potting mix. Propagation is by division or spores. Division should be done in spring or early summer. Spores should be sown in spring or early summer in a seed tray filled with a moist, well-draining potting mix.

Where to Find Adiantum shastense

Adiantum shastense can be found in the western United States.

Adiantum shastense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Adiantum shastense?

Adiantum shastense

What is the family of Adiantum shastense?

Pteridaceae

What is the origin of Adiantum shastense?

California

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

Alan Reid Smith (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Sm.' in the authors string.
Layne Huiet: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Huiet' in the authors string.