Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
paradoxa
ID:
1127559

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Fée) Bedd.

Source:
tro

Year:
1876

Citation Micro:
Ferns Brit. India , Suppl.: 24 (1876)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001126897



Common Names

  • Monogramma
  • Paradoxa
  • Paradox Monogramma


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Description

Monogramma paradoxa (also called Paradox Monogramma, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is a small fern with a creeping rhizome and its fronds are bipinnate. It is native to China, Japan, and Taiwan, and it is found in forests, along streams, and in mountain valleys.

Uses & Benefits

Monogramma paradoxa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It can also be used to make paper and as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Monogramma paradoxa is a small, yellowish-green spike. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Monogramma paradoxa is a fern that is best propagated by division of the rhizomes. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zone 8.

Where to Find Monogramma paradoxa

Monogramma paradoxa is native to tropical and subtropical forests in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26623576: Based on the initial data import
Richard Henry Beddome (1830-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bedd.' in the authors string.
Antoine Laurent Apollinaire Fée (1789-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fée' in the authors string.