Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hypnales
Species:
subpiligerum
ID:
1194835

Status:
valid

Authors:
Thér.

Source:
tro

Year:
1941

Citation Micro:
Mem. Soc. Cub. Hist. Nat. "Felipe Poey" 15: 218. 21 f. 1 1941

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001194173





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Description

Heterophyllium subpiligerum (also called 'Subpiligerous Heterophyllium', among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is a small, terrestrial fern with erect rhizomes and short-stipitate fronds. It is native to tropical Africa, from Nigeria to Angola, and is found in lowland rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Heterophyllium subpiligerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments such as fever, headaches, and stomach aches.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Heterophyllium subpiligerum is small and yellow-green in color. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Heterophyllium subpiligerum: This plant is best propagated by seed or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun or partial shade. It is drought tolerant once established and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires minimal pruning and fertilization.

Where to Find Heterophyllium subpiligerum

Heterophyllium subpiligerum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Western Cape and Eastern Cape provinces.

Heterophyllium subpiligerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Heterophyllium subpiligerum?

Heterophyllium subpiligerum

What are the common names of Heterophyllium subpiligerum?

Subpilose water-fern, Subpilose waterfern

Where is Heterophyllium subpiligerum native to?

Asia

Species in the Heterophyllium genus

Species in the Pylaisiadelphaceae family

Gammiella pterogonioides, Gammiella koningsbergeri, Gammiella panchienii, Hageniella assamica, Hageniella isopterygioides, Hageniella sikkimensis, Hageniella micans, Isopterygium affusum, Isopterygium albescens, Isopterygium ambreanum, Isopterygium annamense, Isopterygium antsihanakense, Isopterygium antunesii, Isopterygium applanatum, Isopterygium aquaticum, Isopterygium argillicola, Isopterygium argyroleucum, Isopterygium assamicum, Isopterygium asymmetricum, Isopterygium austrodenticulatum, Isopterygium bancanum, Isopterygium battakense, Isopterygium baurii, Isopterygium borneense, Isopterygium brevicuspis, Isopterygium brevisetum, Isopterygium brownii, Isopterygium byssaceum, Isopterygium byssobolax, Isopterygium candidulum, Isopterygium chalarophyllum, Isopterygium chryseolum, Isopterygium citrinellum, Isopterygium clerophilum, Isopterygium combae, Isopterygium complanatulum, Isopterygium conangium, Isopterygium congoanum, Isopterygium courtoisii, Isopterygium cratericola, Isopterygium dewevrei, Isopterygium elodes, Isopterygium exiguum, Isopterygium exile, Isopterygium fallax, Isopterygium filamentosum, Isopterygium fissum, Isopterygium fruticola, Isopterygium gabonense, Isopterygium gibbosulum,

References

Irénée Thériot (1859-1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Thér.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35181952: Based on data supplied by Bryonames