Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
argyraea
ID:
1116304

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.Moore

Source:
tro

Year:
1859

Citation Micro:
Gard. Chron. 1859: 671 (1859)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001115642



Common Names

  • Pteris argyraea
  • Argyraea Fern
  • Argyraea Brake


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Description

Pteris argyraea (also called Silver Brake, among many other common names) is a fern species native to tropical Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris argyraea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to provide shade and shelter for other plants.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris argyraea has small, yellow-green flowers and produces small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have a single, long, pointed cotyledon and two small, round, green cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris argyraea can be propagated by division in spring or autumn. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil in partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered site with some protection from cold winds.

Where to Find Pteris argyraea

Pteris argyraea is native to Ecuador and can be found in wet montane forests.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family