Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
williamsii
ID:
1267218

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benedict

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 1: 72, t. 4 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266556



Common Names

  • Antrophyum Williamsii
  • Williams' Antrophyum
  • Williamsii Antrophyum


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Description

Antrophyum williamsii (also called 'Williams' Antrophyum', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to the tropical regions of Central and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Antrophyum williamsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a ground cover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Antrophyum williamsii has small, white flowers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Antrophyum williamsii is a fern that is best grown in a sheltered spot in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from spores or by division. Spores should be sown in spring or early summer in a warm greenhouse, while division should be done in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Antrophyum williamsii

Antrophyum williamsii is found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia.

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