Actinostachys laevigata - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Schizaeales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
laevigata
ID:
1253849
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mett.) C.F.Reed
Source:
tro
Year:
1948
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Brot. , sér. 2, 21: 130 (1948)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253187
Common Names
- Actinostachys laevigata
- Smooth Bristle Fern
- Smooth Shield Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Actinostachys laevigata (also called smooth-leaved actinostachys, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is a small herb, growing up to 10 centimeters tall. It is native to Southeast Asia, from India to China and Japan. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Uses & Benefits
Actinostachys laevigata is used as an ornamental plant, for its medicinal properties, and as a source of fuelwood.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Actinostachys laevigata has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, black and glossy. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves with a pointed tip.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Actinostachys laevigata is a tropical fern that is easy to grow and propagate. It prefers a warm, humid environment with bright indirect light. It can be propagated by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Actinostachys laevigata
Actinostachys laevigata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Actinostachys laevigata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Actinostachys laevigata?
Actinostachys laevigata
What is the common name of Actinostachys laevigata?
Smooth Actinostachys
What is the natural habitat of Actinostachys laevigata?
It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, especially in Southeast Asia.
Species in the Actinostachys genus
Actinostachys balansae, Actinostachys confusa, Actinostachys inopinata, Actinostachys melanesica, Actinostachys oligostachys, Actinostachys plana, Actinostachys spirophylla, Actinostachys tenuis, Actinostachys wagneri, Actinostachys pennula, Actinostachys macrofunda, Actinostachys subtrijuga, Actinostachys digitata, Actinostachys intermedia, Actinostachys laevigata,
Species in the Schizaeaceae family
Actinostachys balansae, Actinostachys confusa, Actinostachys inopinata, Actinostachys melanesica, Actinostachys oligostachys, Actinostachys plana, Actinostachys spirophylla, Actinostachys tenuis, Actinostachys wagneri, Actinostachys pennula, Actinostachys macrofunda, Actinostachys subtrijuga, Actinostachys digitata, Actinostachys intermedia, Actinostachys laevigata, Schizaea australis, Schizaea bifida, Schizaea diversispora, Schizaea malaccana, Schizaea montis-petrae, Schizaea pacificans, Schizaea pectinata, Schizaea dichotoma, Schizaea poeppigiana, Schizaea pusilla, Schizaea tenella, Schizaea fistulosa, Schizaea elegans, Schizaea incurvata, Schizaea pseudodichotoma, Schizaea rhacoindusiata, Schizaea fluminensis, Schizaea sprucei, Schizaea stricta, Schizaea orbicularis, Schizaea rupestris,
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50169607: Based on the initial data import
Clyde Franklin Reed (1918-1999): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.F.Reed' in the authors string.
Georg Heinrich Mettenius (1823-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mett.' in the authors string.