Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tagawa) Ching
Source:
tro
Year:
1964
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 9(1): 74. 1964 [18 Jan 1964]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001126423
Common Names
- Pulcher Rhachidosorus
- Pulcher Fern
- Pulcher Rhachidosorus Fern
Description
Rhachidosorus pulcher (also called Beautiful Rhachidosorus, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Dryopteridaceae family. It is native to China, India, Japan, and Taiwan. It is found in forests, grasslands, and on rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Rhachidosorus pulcher is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It can also be used as a groundcover, as it is a low-growing plant. It is also used as a soil stabilizer, as its roots help to hold the soil in place.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Rhachidosorus pulcher has small, white flowers that are borne in clusters at the tips of the stems. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Rhachidosorus pulcher is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate a wide range of temperatures.
Where to Find Rhachidosorus pulcher
Rhachidosorus pulcher is found in the mountains of Sichuan province, China.
Species in the Rhachidosorus genus
Species in the Rhachidosoraceae family