Pteris barbigera - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
barbigera
ID:
151461
Status:
valid
Authors:
Ching
Source:
ipni
Year:
1936
Citation Micro:
Lingnan Sci. J. 15: 395 (1936)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000150790
Common Names
- Bearded Brake Fern
- Pteris Fern
- Bearded Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Pteris squamaestipes C.Chr. & Tardieu [unknown]
Description
Pteris barbigera (also called Bearded 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 barbigera 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 barbigera 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pteris barbigera 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 barbigera
Pteris barbigera is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia.
Pteris barbigera FAQ
What is the scientific name of Pteris barbigera?
Pteris barbigera
What type of plant is Pteris barbigera?
Fern
Where is Pteris barbigera found?
Tropical regions of Southeast Asia
Species in the Pteris genus
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
Ren-Chang Ching (1898-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ching' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17415310-1: Based on the initial data import