Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
whitfordii
ID:
151890

Status:
valid

Authors:
Copel.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1906

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 1(Suppl. 4): 255 (1906)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000151219



Common Names

  • Whitford's Brake Fern
  • Shield Fern
  • Ladder Brake Fern


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Description

Pteris whitfordii (also called Whitford'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 whitfordii 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 whitfordii 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 whitfordii 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 whitfordii

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

Pteris whitfordii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteris whitfordii?

Pteris whitfordii

What is the common name of Pteris whitfordii?

Whitford's Brake Fern

What is the natural habitat of Pteris whitfordii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Oceania

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family