Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
schwackeana
ID:
1040058

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christ in Schwacke

Source:
tro

Year:
1902

Citation Micro:
Pl. Nov. Mineiras 2: 97. 1900 ; & Bull. Boiss. II. 2. 551. 1902

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001039396



Common Names

  • Pteris schwackeana
  • Schwackeana Pteris
  • Schwackeana


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Description

Pteris schwackeana (also called Schwacke's Pteris, among many other common names) is an evergreen, perennial herbaceous plant. It has a rosette of leaves that are arranged in a spiral and have a leathery texture. It is native to Mexico, Central America, and South America, and it typically grows in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris schwackeana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Pteris schwackeana is a small, white, star-shaped structure with a long, slender stalk. The seed is a small, black, round-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, light green, and have a single, long, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris schwackeana is a tropical fern that prefers a well-draining, slightly acidic soil. It should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Propagation is best done through division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Pteris schwackeana

Pteris schwackeana is native to Central America, and can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-100364289: Based on the initial data import
Konrad H. Christ (1833-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christ' in the authors string.
Carl August Wilhelm Schwacke (1848-1904): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwacke' in the authors string.