Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
calcarea
ID:
1117257

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sa.Kurata

Source:
tro

Year:
1964

Citation Micro:
J. Geobot. 13: 9. 1964. (1964)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001116595



Common Names

  • Pteris calcarea
  • Calcarea Brake Fern
  • Calcarea Shield Fern


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Description

Pteris calcarea (also called Pteris calcarea var. calcarea, among many other common names) is a fern species native to the Caribbean. It is a terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome, and its fronds are bipinnate and have a distinctively curved rachis. It is typically found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, woodlands, and along stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris calcarea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Pteris calcarea has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are slender and have a single, erect frond.

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Where to Find Pteris calcarea

Pteris calcarea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family