Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
werneri
ID:
151889

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Rosenst.) Holttum

Source:
ipni

Year:
1967

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 20(3): 457, f. 2 (1967)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000151218



Common Names

  • Werner's Brake Fern
  • Werner's Fern
  • Werneri Fern


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Synonyms

  • Pteris parhamii Brownlie [unknown]
  • Hemipteris werneri Rosenst. [unknown]

Description

Pteris werneri (also called Werner's 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 werneri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Pteris werneri has small, creamy white flowers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and have a single, upright frond.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Pteris werneri 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 werneri

Pteris werneri is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world, such as in South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Pteris werneri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteris werneri?

Pteris werneri

What is the common name of Pteris werneri?

Werner's Brake Fern

What is the natural habitat of Pteris werneri?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Oceania

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.
Eduard Rosenstock (1856-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rosenst.' in the authors string.