Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
similis
ID:
1112215

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kuhn & Decken

Source:
tro

Year:
1879

Citation Micro:
Reisen Ost Afr. 3(3): 21 (1879)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001111553



Common Names

  • Pteris Similis
  • Similis Pteris
  • Similis Brake Fern


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Description

Pteris similis (also called similar brake, among many other common names) is a perennial plant that is native to South America. It has a short stem and a tuft of long, lance-shaped, evergreen fronds. It grows in moist soils, near streams, and in wet meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris similis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Pteris similis are small, greenish-brown, and inconspicuous. The seeds are small, brown, and oval-shaped. Seedlings are small and have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris similis is a fern that is propagated by spores. It can be grown in moist, shady areas with well-draining soil. It is best to keep the soil moist but not wet. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores.

Where to Find Pteris similis

Pteris similis can be found in tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26605623: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Adalbert Maximilian Kuhn (1842-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuhn' in the authors string.
Karl Klaus von der Decken (1833-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Decken' in the authors string.