Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
comans
ID:
1280438

Status:
valid

Authors:
Forst.

Source:
tro

Year:

Citation Micro:

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279776



Common Names

  • Pteris comans
  • Comans Pteris
  • Comans Brake


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Description

Pteris comans (also called Common Brake, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to New Zealand. It has small, yellow flowers and grows in wet meadows, marshes, and other wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris comans is used as an ornamental plant and as a ground cover. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris comans has small, greenish-brown flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a pair of true leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris comans is native to New Zealand and can be propagated from spores or division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate light frosts. It can be pruned to shape and can be grown in containers.

Where to Find Pteris comans

Pteris comans can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, and Nepal.

Pteris comans FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteris comans?

Pteris comans

What is the common name of Pteris comans?

Comans

What is the natural habitat of Pteris comans?

Tropical rainforests of Central and South America

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family