Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
novae-caledoniae
ID:
1253865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
tro

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 57(Heft 4-5): 207 (-208) (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253203



Common Names

  • Antrophyum novae-caledoniae
  • New Caledonia Bird's Nest Fern
  • New Caledonia Bird's Nest Fern


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Description

Antrophyum novae-caledoniae (also called New Caledonian antrophyum, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is a small herb, growing up to 10 centimeters tall. It is native to New Caledonia. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Antrophyum novae-caledoniae is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of fuelwood.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antrophyum novae-caledoniae has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Where to Find Antrophyum novae-caledoniae

Antrophyum novae-caledoniae can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Antrophyum novae-caledoniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Antrophyum novae-caledoniae?

Antrophyum novae-caledoniae

What is the common name of Antrophyum novae-caledoniae?

New Caledonian Antrophyum

What is the natural habitat of Antrophyum novae-caledoniae?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, especially in Southeast Asia.

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