Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
draconoptera
ID:
1334620

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.C.Eaton) Li Bing Zhang & Liang Zhang

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Taxon 65(4): 732. 2016 [30 Aug 2016]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001347074



Common Names

  • Draconopteris draconoptera
  • Dragon Wing Draconopteris
  • Draconopteris


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Description

Draconopteris draconoptera (also called Draconopteris, among many other common names) is a fern native to Southeast Asia. It has long, thin leaves and small, white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Draconopteris draconoptera is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional medicine for treating various ailments such as fever, pain, and inflammation.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Draconopteris draconoptera is a small, white, star-shaped bloom with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green rosettes.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Draconopteris draconoptera is a perennial herb that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from seed or cuttings. The seeds should be sown in spring in a sunny spot in well-drained soil. The cuttings should be taken in late spring or early summer and planted in a well-drained soil mix. The plants should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks. They should be protected from frost and should be pruned back in late autumn.

Where to Find Draconopteris draconoptera

Draconopteris draconoptera is native to the tropical forests of Southeast Asia.

Draconopteris draconoptera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Draconopteris draconoptera?

Draconopteris draconoptera

What type of plant is Draconopteris draconoptera?

Fern

What is the natural habitat of Draconopteris draconoptera?

Asia

Species in the Draconopteris genus

Species in the Tectariaceae family

Arthropteris articulata, Arthropteris charletiana, Arthropteris neocaledonica, Arthropteris boutoniana, Arthropteris palisotii, Arthropteris parallela, Arthropteris monocarpa, Arthropteris orientalis, Arthropteris altescandens, Arthropteris anniana, Arthropteris antun-gupffertiae, Arthropteris cameroonensis, Arthropteris tenella, Arthropteris paucivenia, Hypoderris brownii, Hypoderris brauniana, Pteridrys australis, Pteridrys cnemidaria, Pteridrys lofouensis, Pteridrys syrmatica, Pteridrys acutissima, Pteridrys microthecia, Pteridrys olivacea, Pteridrys confertiloba, Tectaria amblyotis, Tectaria balansae, Tectaria calcarea, Tectaria chattagrammica, Tectaria degeneri, Tectaria estremerana, Tectaria godeffroyi, Tectaria guachana, Tectaria heterocarpa, Tectaria hookeri, Tectaria hymenodes, Tectaria ingens, Tectaria jardini, Tectaria johannis, Tectaria kouniensis, Tectaria lacei, Tectaria lifuensis, Tectaria lobulata, Tectaria macrosora, Tectaria marchionica, Tectaria melanocaulis, Tectaria melanocauloides, Tectaria moorei, Tectaria nausoriensis, Tectaria novoguineensis, Tectaria organensis,

References

Daniel Cady Eaton (1834-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Eaton' in the authors string.
Li Bing Zhang (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Li Bing Zhang' in the authors string.
Liang Zhang: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Liang Zhang' in the authors string.