Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Species:
suaveolens
ID:
1305474

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.St.-Hil.) Devecchi & Pirani

Source:
Flora do Brasil 2020 (JBRJ)

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 366(1): 51. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001317928



Common Names

  • Homalolepis suaveolens
  • Fragrant Clubmoss
  • Fragrant Spikemoss


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Description

Homalolepis suaveolens (also called ‘Suaveolens Fern’, among many other common names) is a small, herbaceous plant native to the Caribbean region. It has a creeping stem and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Homalolepis suaveolens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Homalolepis suaveolens has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Homalolepis suaveolens is a small, evergreen shrub native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown from cuttings or seeds. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun, and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and is drought-tolerant once established.

Where to Find Homalolepis suaveolens

Homalolepis suaveolens can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Homalolepis suaveolens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Homalolepis suaveolens?

Homalolepis suaveolens

What is the common name of Homalolepis suaveolens?

Suaveolent Homalolepis

What is the natural habitat of Homalolepis suaveolens?

Dry open woodlands and savannas

Species in the Simaroubaceae family

Ailanthus vietnamensis, Ailanthus altissima, Ailanthus excelsus, Ailanthus fordii, Ailanthus integrifolia, Ailanthus triphysa, Amaroria soulameoides, Brucea antidysenterica, Brucea bruceadelpha, Brucea guineensis, Brucea javanica, Brucea macrocarpa, Brucea mollis, Brucea tenuifolia, Brucea tonkinensis, Brucea trichotoma, Castela calcicola, Castela coccinea, Castela depressa, Castela emoryi, Castela erecta, Castela galapageia, Castela jacquiniifolia, Castela leonis, Castela macrophylla, Castela peninsularis, Castela polyandra, Castela retusa, Castela spinosa, Castela stewartii, Castela tortuosa, Castela tweediei, Castela victorinii, Eurycoma apiculata, Eurycoma harmandiana, Eurycoma longifolia, Gymnostemon zaizou, Homalolepis salubris, Homalolepis suaveolens, Homalolepis subcymosa, Homalolepis suffruticosa, Homalolepis tocantina, Homalolepis warmingiana, Homalolepis arenaria, Homalolepis cavalcantei, Homalolepis cuneata, Homalolepis docensis, Homalolepis floribunda, Homalolepis insignis, Homalolepis intermedia,

References

Augustin Saint-Hilaire (1779-1853): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.St.-Hil.' in the authors string.
José Rubens Pirani (b.1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pirani' in the authors string.
Marcelo Fernando Devecchi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Devecchi' in the authors string.