Pteris balansae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
balansae
ID:
151459
Status:
valid
Authors:
E.Fourn.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1873
Citation Micro:
Ann. Sci. Nat., Bot. , sér. 5, 18: 320 (1873)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000150788
Common Names
- Balansa's Brake Fern
- Pteris Fern
- Balansa's Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Pteris fournieri C.Chr. [unknown]
- Pteris pancheri Baker [unknown]
- Pteris polymorpha E.Fourn. [unknown]
Description
Pteris balansae (also called Balansa's Brake, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical rainforests of South and Central America. It has a creeping rhizome and long-stalked, lanceolate fronds. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often found growing on tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Pteris balansae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage. It is also used to purify air, as it is known to absorb toxins such as formaldehyde, xylene, and toluene.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pteris balansae has small, yellow-green flowers with yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.
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Pteris balansae is a fern that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated by spores or division of the rhizomes. Spores should be sown on the surface of a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the prothalli have developed. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Pteris balansae
Pteris balansae can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Pteris balansae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteris balansae?
Pteris balansae
What type of plant is Pteris balansae?
Fern
Where is Pteris balansae found?
Tropical regions of Southeast Asia
Species in the Pteris genus
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
Eugène Pierre Nicolas Fournier (1834-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.Fourn.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17211050-1: Based on the initial data import