Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
ophioglossoides
ID:
154437

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lellinger) S.Linds.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Nuevo Cat. Fl. Vasc. Venezuela : 174 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000153766



Common Names

  • Ophioglossoides
  • Polytaenium
  • Polytaenium Fern


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Description

Polytaenium ophioglossoides (also called Polytaenium ophioglossoides, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to the Himalayas, China, Japan, and Korea. It typically grows in moist forests, on rocks, and in grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Polytaenium ophioglossoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as a groundcover, and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating fever, rheumatism, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Polytaenium ophioglossoides is a small, white, star-shaped flower with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem with two leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Polytaenium ophioglossoides is a fern that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by dividing the rhizomes or by spores.

Where to Find Polytaenium ophioglossoides

Polytaenium ophioglossoides is native to India and Sri Lanka. It can be found in tropical and subtropical forests, as well as in disturbed areas.

Polytaenium ophioglossoides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Polytaenium ophioglossoides?

Polytaenium ophioglossoides

What type of plant is Polytaenium ophioglossoides?

Fern

Where is Polytaenium ophioglossoides native to?

India

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

David B. Lellinger (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lellinger' in the authors string.
Stuart Lindsay (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.Linds.' in the authors string.