Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
viridissima
ID:
1124383

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ching

Source:
tro

Year:
1983

Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Austro Sin. 1: 13 (1983)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001123721



Common Names

  • Green Shield Fern
  • Green Pteris Fern
  • Green Fern


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Description

Pteris viridissima (also called Brake fern, among many other common names) is a medium-sized fern with bright green fronds. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, and is often found in moist, shady areas. It grows in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and even disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Pteris viridissima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to reduce air pollution, as it is known to absorb pollutants such as formaldehyde, benzene, and xylene.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris viridissima has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in a raceme. The seeds are small, dark brown, and ovoid in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Where to Find Pteris viridissima

Pteris viridissima is native to the tropical rainforests of Southeast Asia.

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References