Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
zippelii
ID:
151894

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Miq.) M.Kato & K.U.Kramer

Source:
ipni

Year:
1990

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Geobot. 41: 157 (1990)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000151223



Common Names

  • Zippel's Brake Fern
  • Ladder Fern
  • Shield Fern


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Synonyms

  • Allosorus zippelii Miq. [unknown]
  • Pellaea zippelii (Miq.) Baker [unknown]

Description

Pteris zippelii (also called Zippel'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 zippelii 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 zippelii 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 zippelii 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 zippelii

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

Pteris zippelii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Pteris zippelii?

Pteris zippelii

What is the common name of Pteris zippelii?

Zippel's Brake Fern

What is the natural habitat of Pteris zippelii?

Tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Oceania

Species in the Pteris genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

Friedrich Anton Wilhelm Miquel (1811-1871): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Miq.' in the authors string.
Masahiro Kato (b.1946): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kato' in the authors string.
Karl Ulrich Kramer (1928-1994): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.U.Kramer' in the authors string.