Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
sumatrana
ID:
1267374

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Chr.) C.Chr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Index Filic., Suppl. Tert. 185. 1934

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001266712





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Description

Tectaria sumatrana (also called Sumatran 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 sumatrana 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 sumatrana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Tectaria sumatrana 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 sumatrana

Tectaria sumatrana can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Southeast Asia.

Tectaria sumatrana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tectaria sumatrana?

Tectaria sumatrana

What is the common name of Tectaria sumatrana?

Sumatran Tectaria

What is the natural habitat of Tectaria sumatrana?

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,

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