Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
kingiana
ID:
1281974

Status:
valid

Authors:
Endl.

Source:
tro

Year:
1833

Citation Micro:
Prod. Fl. Norf. 13. 1833

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281312



Common Names

  • Pteris kingiana
  • King's Brake
  • King's Brake


Searching for Pteris kingiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Pteris kingiana (also called King's Brake, among many other common names) is a fern native to tropical Asia and the Pacific Islands. It has a creeping rhizome and its fronds are lanceolate, with a pointed tip and a pinnate venation. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris kingiana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and showy flowers. It can also be used medicinally for treating skin diseases, fever, and stomach ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pteris kingiana is a white or yellowish-white, 5-petaled flower with a diameter of 2-3 cm. The seed is a flat, brown, oval-shaped seed with a length of 1-2 cm. The seedlings are small, green and have two cotyledons.

Searching for Pteris kingiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris kingiana is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial fern native to Central and South America. It can be propagated from spores or division. Spores should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil mix and kept moist. Divisions should be planted in a well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and provide bright, indirect light.

Where to Find Pteris kingiana

Pteris kingiana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including India, South Africa, and Australia.

Pteris kingiana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteris kingiana?

Pteris kingiana

What is the common name of Pteris kingiana?

King's Brake Fern

What is the natural habitat of Pteris kingiana?

It is found in the tropical forests of Southeast Asia

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family