Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
myriophylla
ID:
1325833

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Schuettp., J.Prado & A.T.Cochran

Source:
ipni

Year:
2014

Citation Micro:
PhytoKeys 35: 40 (2014)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001338287



Common Names

  • Myriophylla Tryonia
  • Tryonia myriophylla
  • Myriophylla Tryonia


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Description

Tryonia myriophylla (also called Myriophyllous Tryonia, among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico and Central America. It grows in moist, sandy soils in open woodlands and disturbed areas. It has narrow, linear leaves and small, spike-like inflorescences with white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Tryonia myriophylla is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, cough, and colds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Tryonia myriophylla has small, white flowers that are followed by small, red fruits. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tryonia myriophylla is an aquatic plant that grows in full sun to partial shade. It can be propagated from seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a moist soil mix. Division should be done in late spring or early summer.

Where to Find Tryonia myriophylla

Tryonia myriophylla is native to Mexico and can be found in dry, arid climates.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.
Jefferson Prado (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Prado' in the authors string.
Eric Schuettpelz (b.1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schuettp.' in the authors string.
Alyssa T. Cochran: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.T.Cochran' in the authors string.