Pteris laurea - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Table of Contents
- Summary
- Common names
- Description
- Uses & Benefits
- Flower, Seeds and seedlings
- Where to find
- References
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laurea
ID:
1108495
Status:
valid
Authors:
Desv.
Source:
tro
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Linn. Paris 6(3): 299 (1827)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107833
Common Names
- Pteris laurea
- Laurel Fern
- Laurea Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pteris laurea (also called 'Laurel 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 laurea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and terrariums. It can also be used to create a natural humidifier in a room.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pteris laurea is small and inconspicuous, with a yellowish-green color. The seed is small and round, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Pteris laurea can be found in tropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands.
Species in the Pteris genus
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26600800: Based on the initial data import
Nicaise Auguste Desvaux (1784-1856): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Desv.' in the authors string.