Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
decipiens
ID:
1120362

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mett.) Hennipman

Source:
tro

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Fern Gaz. 11: 71. 1975. (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001119700

Common Names

  • Decipiens Austrogramme
  • Deceptive Austrogramme
  • Deceptive Grammitis

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Description

Austrogramme decipiens (also called False Grammitis, among many other common names) is a fern species native to South America. It is a terrestrial fern, growing in moist, shady habitats, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Austrogramme decipiens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a decorative plant in homes. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Austrogramme decipiens has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.

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Where to Find Austrogramme decipiens

Austrogramme decipiens is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical forests.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

Georg Heinrich Mettenius (1823-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mett.' in the authors string.
Elbert Hennipman (1937-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hennipman' in the authors string.