Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
michleriana
ID:
1278177

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.C.Eaton) Lellinger

Source:
tro

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 93(3): 150. 2003 [17 Sep 2003]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277515



Common Names

  • Tectaria michleriana
  • Michleriana Tectaria
  • Michleriana Giant Fern


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Description

Tectaria michleriana (also called Michler's Tectaria, among many other common names) is a fern native to Central and South America. It has a creeping rhizome and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate to ovate. It grows in wet forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tectaria michleriana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and can also be grown as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tectaria michleriana are small, white, and arranged in spikes. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tectaria michleriana is an evergreen fern native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from spores or division. Spores should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in the spring or fall, with each division planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Tectaria michleriana

Tectaria michleriana is native to South America and can be found in wet montane forests.

Tectaria michleriana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tectaria michleriana?

Tectaria michleriana

What is the common name of Tectaria michleriana?

Michler's Tectaria

What is the natural habitat of Tectaria michleriana?

Tropical forests in Central and South America

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,

References

IPNI record: 1118482-2: Originally associated with wfo-0001418404
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50294584: Based on the initial data import
Daniel Cady Eaton (1834-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Eaton' in the authors string.
David B. Lellinger (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lellinger' in the authors string.