Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
rangiferina
ID:
151786

Status:
valid

Authors:
Pr.; Miq.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Ann. Mus. Bot. Lugduno-Batavi 4: 95; v. A. v. R. Bull. Dept (1868)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000151115



Common Names

  • Rangiferina Brake Fern
  • Rangiferina Shield Fern
  • Rangiferina Table Fern


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Description

Pteris rangiferina (also called Reindeer Brake, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris rangiferina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It can also be used as a groundcover in shady areas and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris rangiferina has small, brownish-black seeds that are covered in a thin, papery coating. The flower is a small, greenish-white spike that is borne on a short stalk. The seedlings are small, with thin, light green fronds.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris rangiferina is a fern native to Thailand and is usually propagated by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated by division in spring or by spores in spring or summer.

Where to Find Pteris rangiferina

Pteris rangiferina is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It can be found in moist woodlands, rainforests, and along stream banks. It is also found in parts of India, Southeast Asia, and Australia.

Pteris rangiferina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteris rangiferina?

Pteris rangiferina

What is the common name of Pteris rangiferina?

Reindeer Bracken

What type of plant is Pteris rangiferina?

Fern

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family