Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
boerlageana
ID:
1118423

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

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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.

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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 Pteridaceae family

References

Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.
Elbert Hennipman (1937-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hennipman' in the authors string.