Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
annetii
ID:
154371

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Jeanp.) Tardieu

Source:
ipni

Year:
1953

Citation Micro:
Mem. Inst. Franç. Afrique Noire 28: 205, t. 40 (6). 1953

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000153700



Common Names

  • Annet's Bird's-nest Fern
  • Annet's Fern
  • Annet's Bird's Nest Fern


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Description

Antrophyum annetii (also called Annet's Antrophyum, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Antrophyaceae family. It is native to Madagascar. This fern is found in tropical moist lowland forests, growing on rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Antrophyum annetii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide shade and shelter to wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Antrophyum annetii is white and has six petals. The seed is small and dark brown in colour. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antrophyum annetii is a fern that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes or by spores.

Where to Find Antrophyum annetii

Antrophyum annetii is native to the Hawaiian Islands and can be found in moist forests, bogs, and wetland areas.

Antrophyum annetii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antrophyum annetii?

Antrophyum annetii

What is the common name of Antrophyum annetii?

Annetii Fern

What is the natural habitat of Antrophyum annetii?

Moist woods, thickets, and stream banks

Species in the Antrophyum genus

Antrophyum annetii, Antrophyum austroqueenslandicum, Antrophyum brassii, Antrophyum costatum, Antrophyum jagoanum, Antrophyum lancifolium, Antrophyum lessonii, Antrophyum megistophyllum, Antrophyum ovatum, Antrophyum ponapense, Antrophyum simulans, Antrophyum smithii, Antrophyum strictum, Antrophyum subfalcatum, Antrophyum formosanum, Antrophyum bivittatum, Antrophyum trivittatum, Antrophyum immersum, Antrophyum malgassicum, Antrophyum boryanum, Antrophyum mannianum, Antrophyum guayanense, Antrophyum lanceolatum, Antrophyum obovatum, Antrophyum parvulum, Antrophyum vittarioides, Antrophyum latifolium, Antrophyum plantagineum, Antrophyum reticulatum, Antrophyum sessilifolium, Antrophyum henryi, Antrophyum callifolium, Antrophyum castaneum, Antrophyum novae-caledoniae, Antrophyum ledermannii, Antrophyum semicostatum, Antrophyum williamsii, Antrophyum immersum, Antrophyum immersum,

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

Marie-Laure Tardieu-Blot (1902-1998): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tardieu' in the authors string.
Henri Édouard Jeanpert (1861-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeanp.' in the authors string.