Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
anetioides
ID:
1122278

Status:
valid

Authors:
Benedict

Source:
tro

Year:
1911

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 38: 169 (1911)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001121616



Common Names

  • Polytaenium anetioides
  • Anetioid Polytaenium
  • Anetioid Fern


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Uses & Benefits

Polytaenium anetioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Polytaenium anetioides has small, fan-shaped fronds that are light green in color. The flowers are small and inconspicuous, and the seeds are tiny and brown. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single frond emerging from the soil.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polytaenium anetioides can be propagated by division or by seed. It can be grown in partial shade or full sun and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is a slow-growing plant and requires regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Polytaenium anetioides

Polytaenium anetioides can be found in Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras, and El Salvador.

Species in the Pteridaceae family