Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
decrescens
ID:
1124185

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christ

Source:
tro

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Bull. Acad. Int. Géogr. Bot. , sér. 3, 16(203-204): 244 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001123523



Common Names

  • Decrescens Shield Fern
  • Decrescens Pteris Fern
  • Decrescens Fern


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Description

Pteris decrescens (also called Slender Brake, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and wetlands.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris decrescens is used as an ornamental plant, as a source of food for wildlife, and as a medicinal plant.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pteris decrescens var. parviloba (Christ) C.Chr. & Tardieu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris decrescens has small, yellowish-green flowers. Its seeds are small, round and brown. The seedlings are pale green and have a single, long frond.

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Where to Find Pteris decrescens

Pteris decrescens is native to the eastern United States, from Maine to Florida, and west to Texas. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in woodlands and along streams.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References