Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
insigne
ID:
1269503

Status:
valid

Authors:
Radlk.

Source:
tro

Year:
1921

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 17: 363 (1921)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268841

Common Names

  • Thouinidium Insigne
  • Insigne Thouinidium
  • Thouinidium Insigne

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Description

Thouinidium insigne (also called Insignis thouinidium, among many other common names) is a fern native to Central and South America. It is found in moist and wet habitats, such as wet meadows, swamps, and marshes.

Uses & Benefits

Thouinidium insigne is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used to attract birds and butterflies.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Thouinidium insigne has small, yellow-green flowers. The seeds are small and wingless. Seedlings are small and have two needle-like leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Thouinidium insigne is a fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizomes. Spores should be sown in a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division of the rhizomes should be done in early spring and the divisions should be planted in a well-draining soil mix.

Where to Find Thouinidium insigne

Thouinidium insigne is found in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America.

Thouinidium insigne FAQ

What is the scientific name of Thouinidium insigne?

Thouinidium insigne

What is the common name of Thouinidium insigne?

Insigne's Thouinidium

Where is Thouinidium insigne native to?

Central America

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References