Taenitis interrupta - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
interrupta
ID:
151415
Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. & Grev.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1828
Citation Micro:
Icon. Filic. t. 63 (1828)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000150744
Common Names
- Interrupted Brake Fern
- Taenitis Fern
- Interrupted Fern
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- Taenitis stenophylla Christ [unknown]
Description
Taenitis interrupta (also called Interrupted Brake, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical rainforests of South and Central America. It has a creeping rhizome and long-stalked, lanceolate fronds. It is found in moist, shady areas and is often found growing on tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Taenitis interrupta is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases and as a laxative.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Taenitis interrupta is a small white flower, with a single petal. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of leaves.
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Taenitis interrupta is a fern that grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It is propagated by spores or division of the rhizomes. Spores should be sown on the surface of a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the prothalli have developed. Division of the rhizomes should be done in the spring or early summer.
Where to Find Taenitis interrupta
Taenitis interrupta can be found in India, Nepal, Bhutan, and Myanmar.
Taenitis interrupta FAQ
What is the scientific name of Taenitis interrupta?
Taenitis interrupta
What type of plant is Taenitis interrupta?
Fern
Where is Taenitis interrupta found?
Tropical regions of Southeast Asia
Species in the Taenitis genus
Taenitis brooksii, Taenitis cordata, Taenitis diversifolia, Taenitis flabellivenia, Taenitis hosei, Taenitis interrupta, Taenitis marginata, Taenitis obtusa, Taenitis requiniana, Taenitis trilobata, Taenitis blechnoides, Taenitis pinnata, Taenitis mediosora, Taenitis intermedia, Taenitis hookeri, Taenitis vittarioides, Taenitis dimorpha,
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
Robert Kaye Greville (1794-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Grev.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17225600-1: Based on the initial data import