Description
Tectaria impressa (also called Impressed Tectaria, among many other common names) is a small fern native to tropical America. It has a rounded frond and can reach up to 1 m in height. It grows in tropical forests and savannas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tectaria impressa has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Tectaria impressa is a fern that is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas. It can be grown in a variety of soils, but prefers moist, well-drained soil. It is best grown in partial shade, but can tolerate full sun. Propagation is by spores or division of the rhizomes.