Status:
valid
Authors:
Christ
Source:
tro
Year:
1899
Citation Micro:
Bull. Herb. Boissier 7. 6 (1899)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001123519
Common Names
- Actiniopteroides Shield Fern
- Actiniopteroides Pteris Fern
- Actiniopteroides Fern
Description
Pteris actiniopteroides (also called Chinese Brake, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.
Uses & Benefits
Pteris actiniopteroides is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for wildlife, and as a medicinal plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pteris actiniopteroides has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small, round and brown. The seedlings are pale green and have a single, long frond.
Where to Find Pteris actiniopteroides
Pteris actiniopteroides is native to the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida, and west to Texas. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands and along streams.
Species in the Pteris genus
Species in the Pteridaceae family