Pteris novae-caledoniae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
novae-caledoniae
ID:
1262038
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook.
Source:
tro
Year:
1858
Citation Micro:
Sp. Fil. 2. 189. 1858. HB. 159. Chr. 1 (1858)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261376
Common Names
- Pteris Novae-caledoniae
- New Caledonian Brake
- New Caledonian Shield Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pteris novae-caledoniae (also called New Caledonian Brake, among many other common names) is a small fern native to New Caledonia. It has small white flowers and grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Pteris novae-caledoniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a source of nectar for bees.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Pteris novae-caledoniae is white and has five petals. The seeds are small, dark brown and have a smooth surface. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with a few leaves.
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Pteris novae-caledoniae is a fern that prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is usually done by division or by spores. Spores should be sown in the spring and lightly covered with soil. Division should be done in the spring or fall.
Where to Find Pteris novae-caledoniae
Pteris novae-caledoniae can be found in New Caledonia, Australia, and New Zealand.
Species in the Pteris genus
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17214890-1: Based on the initial data import