Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
herrerae
ID:
1281824

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rojas & M.Palacios

Source:
tro

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Revista Biol. Trop. 54(3): 1062 (1061-1066; fig. (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281162



Common Names

  • Pteris herrerae
  • Pteris
  • Herrerae


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Description

Pteris herrerae (also called Herrera's Brake, among many other common names) is a perennial fern native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in open grasslands, desert scrub, and dry washes.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris herrerae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pteris herrerae is a small white flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown nutlet. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris herrerae is a tropical fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Pteris herrerae

Pteris herrerae is native to the Caribbean islands of Cuba, Jamaica, and Hispaniola.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

Alexander Rojas (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rojas' in the authors string.
Mónica Palacios-Ríos (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Palacios' in the authors string.