Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Chr.
Source:
tro
Year:
1932
Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Madagasc., Pterid. 53. 1932 (nomen), Dansk Bot. (1932)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107855
Common Names
- Pteris griseoviridis
- Grey-green Fern
- Griseoviridis Fern
Description
Pteris griseoviridis (also called 'Gray-Green Brake', among many other common names) is a fern species native to Asia and Australia. It is an evergreen perennial with an upright habit and grows to a height of about 30 cm. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, forest margins, and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Pteris griseoviridis is mainly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to create a natural privacy screen or to add texture to a garden. The plant is also used as a ground cover in areas with poor soil.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pteris griseoviridis is small and inconspicuous, with a yellowish-green color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Pteris griseoviridis is a fern native to tropical Africa, Madagascar, and the Mascarene Islands. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a well-drained, humus-rich soil and partial shade.
Where to Find Pteris griseoviridis
Pteris griseoviridis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including Central and South America, Africa, and Asia.
Species in the Pteris genus
Species in the Pteridaceae family