Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
linearis
ID:
1108072

Status:
valid

Authors:
Poir.

Source:
tro

Year:
1804

Citation Micro:
Encycl. 5: 723 (1804)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107410



Common Names

  • Pteris linearis
  • Linear Brake Fern
  • Slender Brake Fern


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Description

Pteris linearis (also called narrow-leaved brake, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is a small to medium-sized fern, with a creeping rhizome and fronds up to 30 cm long. It is native to tropical Asia, and it grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris linearis is used as an ornamental plant and as a food source. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as an antiseptic.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris linearis has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered together in groups of three. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a single root.

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Where to Find Pteris linearis

Pteris linearis can be found in the tropical regions of the world.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References