Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
medogensis
ID:
1128288

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ching & S.K.Wu

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Fl. Xizang. 1: 71 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001127626



Common Names

  • Medogensis Pteris
  • Medogensis Brake Fern
  • Medogensis Shield Fern


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Description

Pteris medogensis (also called Medog Brake, among many other common names) is a fern species native to China. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in forests, grasslands, and shrublands.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris medogensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used to stabilize soil on slopes and banks.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris medogensis has small, pale yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow fronds.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris medogensis is a fern that is native to China. It can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is hardy to USDA Zone 7.

Where to Find Pteris medogensis

Pteris medogensis can be found in the Chinese provinces of Gansu, Hubei, Sichuan, and Yunnan.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26624468: Based on the initial data import
Ren-Chang Ching (1898-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ching' in the authors string.
Su Kung Wu (1935-2013): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.K.Wu' in the authors string.