Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
kiuschiuensis
ID:
1117267

Status:
valid

Authors:
Hieron.

Source:
tro

Year:
1914

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 55. 341. 1914 (1914)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001116605



Common Names

  • Pteris kiuschiuensis
  • Kiuschiuensis Brake Fern
  • Kiuschiuensis Shield Fern


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Description

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

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pteris kiuschiuensis var. centro-chinensis Ching & S.H.Wu

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris kiuschiuensis has small, pale yellow flowers that are clustered in spikes. The seeds are small and black and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Where to Find Pteris kiuschiuensis

Pteris kiuschiuensis is native to Japan and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family