Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
owariensis
ID:
1266155

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fée) E.H.Crane

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 22: 514 (1997 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265493



Common Names

  • Haplopteris owariensis
  • Owari Haplopteris
  • Owariensis Haplopteris


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Description

Haplopteris owariensis (also called Owari Haplopteris, among many other common names) is a large fern native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa and the Americas. It has an upright growth habit and its fronds are alternate, pinnate, and serrate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Haplopteris owariensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Haplopteris owariensis has yellow, star-shaped flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings have two, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplopteris owariensis is a perennial herb that can be propagated by seed. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil in a sunny location. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle. The plant can also be propagated by division of the root clumps.

Where to Find Haplopteris owariensis

Haplopteris owariensis can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50217737: Based on the initial data import
Antoine Laurent Apollinaire Fée (1789-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fée' in the authors string.
Edmund H. Crane: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Crane' in the authors string.