Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
mertensioides
ID:
1253876

Status:
valid

Authors:
Willd.

Source:
tro

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Sp. Pl., ed. 4 , 5: 394 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253214



Common Names

  • Pteris mertensioides
  • Mertens' Brake Fern
  • Mertens' Brake Fern


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Description

Pteris mertensioides (also called Mertens' brake, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is a small herb, growing up to 20 centimeters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to China and Japan. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris mertensioides is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and can be used as a natural air purifier.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Pteris mertensioides sub. polylepis M.Kato & K.U.Kramer
Pteris mertensioides sub. mertensioides

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris mertensioides has small, white flowers. The seeds are small and round. The seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Where to Find Pteris mertensioides

Pteris mertensioides can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Pteris mertensioides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteris mertensioides?

Pteris mertensioides

What is the common name of Pteris mertensioides?

Mertens' Pteris

What is the natural habitat of Pteris mertensioides?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, especially in Southeast Asia.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family