Pteris speciosa - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
speciosa
ID:
1113307
Status:
valid
Authors:
Kuhn
Source:
tro
Year:
1869
Citation Micro:
Linnaea 36: 91 (1869)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001112645
Common Names
- Pteris speciosa
- Showy Brake Fern
- Showy Shield Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Pteris speciosa (also called Showy Brake Fern, among many other common names) is a medium-sized fern with leathery, lance-shaped fronds. It is native to New Zealand and is found in moist, shady areas such as forests and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Pteris speciosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Pteris speciosa has small, white flowers that are borne on short stalks. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with a single frond and a single root.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Pteris speciosa is a fern species native to South America. It can be propagated by division or spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and keep the soil moist. Fertilize the plant once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Pteris speciosa
Pteris speciosa is native to South America and can be found in wet forests, grasslands, and riverbanks.
Species in the Pteris genus
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26606855: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Adalbert Maximilian Kuhn (1842-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuhn' in the authors string.