Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
hookeriana
ID:
1035738

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.Agardh

Source:
tro

Year:
1839

Citation Micro:
Recens. Spec. Pter. : 12 (1839)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001035076



Common Names

  • Pteris hookeriana
  • Hookeriana Pteris
  • Hookeriana's Pteris


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Description

Pteris hookeriana (also called Hooker's Pteris, among many other common names) is a fern that grows up to 1 m in height. It is native to the tropical regions of the world, and is found in moist, shady forests. Its fronds are lanceolate and its sori are round in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris hookeriana is a species of fern that is native to South America. It is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to provide ground cover. It is also used in landscaping and as a filler in floral arrangements.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris hookeriana has small, white flowers, and its seeds are small and black. The seedlings have two cotyledons and a short hypocotyl.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris hookeriana is a fern native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia. It is an epiphytic fern that grows on trees and rocks 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. It is best grown in a greenhouse or terrarium.

Where to Find Pteris hookeriana

Pteris hookeriana is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family