Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
squamosa
ID:
1331127

Status:
valid

Authors:
Riv.-Giró & C.Sánchez

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Willdenowia 45(2): 190. 2015 [13 Jul 2015] [epublished]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001343581



Common Names

  • Tectaria Squamosa
  • Tectaria
  • Squamosa


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Description

Tectaria squamosa (also called Scaly Tectaria, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to Mexico. It has white flowers and grows in dry, sunny habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tectaria squamosa is an ornamental plant used for landscaping and ground cover. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, coughs, and skin diseases.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tectaria squamosa is a white, bell-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, black, shiny seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tectaria squamosa is a perennial shrub that can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and does not require much water. It can be pruned to maintain its shape and size.

Where to Find Tectaria squamosa

Tectaria squamosa can be found in the tropical forests of India.

Tectaria squamosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tectaria squamosa?

Tectaria squamosa

What is the common name of Tectaria squamosa?

Scaly Tectaria

Where is Tectaria squamosa found?

Tectaria squamosa is found in New Zealand.

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

Carlos Alfredo Sánchez Villaverde (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Sánchez' in the authors string.
Frander Brian Riverón-Giró: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Riv.-Giró' in the authors string.