Status:
valid
Authors:
(Alderw.) Hennipman
Source:
tro
Year:
Citation Micro:
Fern Gaz. 11: 71.
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001117761
Common Names
- Austrogramme boerlageana
- Boerlage's Austrogramme
- Boerlage's Water Fern
Description
Austrogramme boerlageana (also called Boerlage's Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern with lance-shaped fronds. It is native to Indonesia, and is typically found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Austrogramme boerlageana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Austrogramme boerlageana has small, yellow-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single frond with a few leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Austrogramme boerlageana is a fern native to tropical regions of the world. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated from spores or by division. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial to full shade. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires little care.
Where to Find Austrogramme boerlageana
Austrogramme boerlageana is native to Japan and can be found in moist forests.
Species in the Austrogramme genus
Species in the Pteridaceae family