Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
formosana
ID:
1117265

Status:
valid

Authors:
Baker

Source:
tro

Year:
1885

Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 23: 103 (1885)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001116603



Common Names

  • Pteris formosana
  • Formosana Brake Fern
  • Formosana Shield Fern


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Description

Pteris formosana (also called Pteris formosana var. formosana, among many other common names) is a fern species native to Taiwan. 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 formosana 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 formosana 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 formosana

Pteris formosana can be found in Taiwan.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References