Tectaria semipinnata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semipinnata
ID:
1267361
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Roxb.) C.V.Morton
Source:
tro
Year:
1974
Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 38: 286. 1974
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266699
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Tectaria semipinnata (also called Half-pinnate Tectaria, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Tectariaceae. It is an epiphytic fern, meaning it grows on other plants. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, Sri Lanka, and Malaysia. It typically grows in wet, shady areas, such as rainforests and cloud forests.
Uses & Benefits
Tectaria semipinnata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Tectaria semipinnata has small white flowers with five petals and yellow centers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, thin stems with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tectaria semipinnata can be propagated from seed or by division. It can be grown in a pot or in the ground in a sheltered, partially shaded position. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and regular watering.
Where to Find Tectaria semipinnata
Tectaria semipinnata can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.
Tectaria semipinnata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tectaria semipinnata?
Tectaria semipinnata
What is the common name of Tectaria semipinnata?
Semi-pinnate Tectaria
What is the natural habitat of Tectaria semipinnata?
Tropical forests of 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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50223759: Based on the initial data import
William Roxburgh (1751-1815): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Roxb.' in the authors string.
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.