Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
dimorpha
ID:
1229652

Status:
valid

Authors:
Holttum

Source:
tro

Year:
1947

Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Singapore 11: 274 (1947)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228990



Common Names

  • Dimorpha Taenitis
  • Taenitis Dimorpha
  • Taenitis Aculeata


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Description

Taenitis dimorpha (also called Dimorphic Taenitis, among many other common names) is a fern native to the eastern United States. It has dark green, lance-shaped fronds and grows to a height of about 1 meter. It prefers partial shade and moist soils.

Uses & Benefits

Taenitis dimorpha is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used to treat skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Taenitis dimorpha is a white-greenish color, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid shape. The seedling is a small, green plant with a single stem and small, ovate leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taenitis dimorpha can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light, sandy soil mix in a cold frame in the spring. Divisions should be taken in the spring or fall and planted in a light, sandy soil mix. The plants should be grown in a sheltered, partially shaded location in moist, acidic soil.

Where to Find Taenitis dimorpha

Taenitis dimorpha can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests, as well as in montane forests in South America.

Taenitis dimorpha FAQ

What is the common name of Taenitis dimorpha?

Two-form Taenitis

What is the natural habitat of Taenitis dimorpha?

Tropical rainforests

What is the optimal temperature for Taenitis dimorpha?

65-75°F (18-24°C)

Species in the Pteridaceae family