Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
acrostichoides
ID:
1110205

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.Br.

Source:
tro

Year:
1823

Citation Micro:
Narr. Journey Polar Sea 767 (-768) (1823)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001109543



Common Names

  • Acrostichoides Cryptogramma
  • Acrostichoides Fern
  • Acrostichoides Rock Fern


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Description

Cryptogramma acrostichoides (also called Acrostichum Fern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to tropical Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It is a terrestrial fern found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, along streams, and in other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cryptogramma acrostichoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and to provide shade and shelter for other plants. It is also used to control erosion on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cryptogramma acrostichoides has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Where to Find Cryptogramma acrostichoides

Cryptogramma acrostichoides can be found in northern North America, Europe, and northern Asia.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References