Saccoloma acuminatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
acuminatum
ID:
1409697
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rosenst.) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:07. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422162
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Saccoloma acuminatum (also called Acuminate Saccoloma, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome. It is native to tropical regions of the Pacific Islands, including Samoa and Tonga. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests, woodlands, and moist grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Saccoloma acuminatum is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought-resistant and has a long lifespan.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Saccoloma acuminatum is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white center. The seedlings are small, green, and have a white center.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Saccoloma acuminatum is a tropical fern native to the Caribbean, Central America, and South America. It is a fast-growing, evergreen fern that can reach up to 4 feet in height. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Saccoloma acuminatum
Saccoloma acuminatum is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.
Saccoloma acuminatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Saccoloma acuminatum?
Saccoloma acuminatum
What is the common name of Saccoloma acuminatum?
Acuminate fern
Where is Saccoloma acuminatum found?
Saccoloma acuminatum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia
Species in the Saccoloma genus
Saccoloma campylurum, Saccoloma caudatum, Saccoloma chartaceum, Saccoloma ferulaceum, Saccoloma kingii, Saccoloma tenue, Saccoloma trichophyllum, Saccoloma galeottii, Saccoloma nigrescens, Saccoloma quadripinnatum, Saccoloma sunduei, Saccoloma inaequale, Saccoloma henriettae, Saccoloma elegans, Saccoloma squamosum, Saccoloma domingense, Saccoloma laxum, Saccoloma moranii, Saccoloma brasiliense, Saccoloma firmum, Saccoloma acuminatum, Saccoloma samoense, Saccoloma cicutarioides,
Species in the Saccolomataceae family
Saccoloma campylurum, Saccoloma caudatum, Saccoloma chartaceum, Saccoloma ferulaceum, Saccoloma kingii, Saccoloma tenue, Saccoloma trichophyllum, Saccoloma galeottii, Saccoloma nigrescens, Saccoloma quadripinnatum, Saccoloma sunduei, Saccoloma inaequale, Saccoloma henriettae, Saccoloma elegans, Saccoloma squamosum, Saccoloma domingense, Saccoloma laxum, Saccoloma moranii, Saccoloma brasiliense, Saccoloma firmum, Saccoloma acuminatum, Saccoloma samoense, Saccoloma cicutarioides,
References
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Eduard Rosenstock (1856-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rosenst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77181998-1: Based on the initial data import