Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
chilensis
ID:
1112066

Status:
valid

Authors:
Desv.

Source:
tro

Year:
1811

Citation Micro:
Ges. Naturf. Freunde Berlin Mag. Neuesten Entdeck. Gesammten Naturk. 5: 325 (1811)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001111404



Common Names

  • Pteris chilensis
  • Chilean Brake
  • Chilensis Pteris


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Description

Pteris chilensis (also called Chilean brake, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It has a short stem and a tuft of long, lance-shaped, evergreen fronds. It grows in moist soils, near streams, and in wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris chilensis is used as an ornamental plant, as a medicinal plant, and for erosion control in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris chilensis has small, white flowers that are borne on the surface of the plant. The flowers are surrounded by small, scale-like leaves. The seeds are tiny and black and are produced in clusters. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf that is divided into two parts.

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Where to Find Pteris chilensis

Pteris chilensis is native to the temperate forests of Chile.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family