Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
formosanum
ID:
1107871

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
tro

Year:
1915

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 57. 210 (1915)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107209



Common Names

  • Formosan Antrophyum
  • Formosan Fern
  • Formosan Shield Fern


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Description

Antrophyum formosanum (also called Formosan Antrophyum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to Taiwan. It has small, rounded fronds and is often found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Antrophyum formosanum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is often used in terrariums and dish gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antrophyum formosanum has small, yellow flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and delicate with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antrophyum formosanum is a hardy evergreen fern that is native to Taiwan. It is easy to propagate from spores and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to water it regularly during the growing season and keep the soil slightly moist. It can be propagated by division or by taking cuttings.

Where to Find Antrophyum formosanum

Antrophyum formosanum can be found in Taiwan.

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