Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Rojas
Source:
tro
Year:
2001
Citation Micro:
Revista Biol. Trop. 49(2): 474. 2001
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001268540
Common Names
- Tectaria Faberiana
- Faber's Tectaria
- Faber Tectaria
Description
Tectaria faberiana (also called Faber's Tectaria, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Tectariaceae family. It is native to Central America and South America. It is found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests and moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tectaria faberiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tectaria faberiana has small, greenish-brown flowers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cultivation and propagation of Tectaria faberiana: Tectaria faberiana can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, light soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from semi-hardwood and placed in a moist, well-drained soil mix. Both methods should be done in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Tectaria faberiana
Tectaria faberiana is native to Costa Rica and can be found in moist, shady areas. It can be found in the wild or purchased from nurseries.
Tectaria faberiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tectaria faberiana?
Tectaria faberiana
What is the family of Tectaria faberiana?
Tectariaceae
What is the natural habitat of Tectaria faberiana?
Dry forests and scrublands
Species in the Tectaria genus
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,
Tectaria perdimorpha,
Tectaria phanomensis,
Tectaria poilanei,
Tectaria pteropus-minor,
Tectaria seemannii,
Tectaria seramensis,
Tectaria shahidaniana,
Tectaria sinuata,
Tectaria stearnsii,
Tectaria subaequalis,
Tectaria subconfluens,
Tectaria subfuscipes,
Tectaria tahitensis,
Tectaria tenerifrons,
Tectaria tenuifolia,
Tectaria thwaitesii,
Tectaria torrisiana,
Tectaria trimenii,
Tectaria tripartita,
Tectaria vitiensis,
Tectaria weberi,
Tectaria acrocarpa,
Tectaria chinensis,
Tectaria sagenioides,
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,