Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
jenseniae
ID:
1233939

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Chr.) Holttum

Source:
tro

Year:
1986

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 41(2): 253. 1986 [22 Jul 1986]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233277



Common Names

  • Jenseniae Triplophyllum
  • Jenseniae Fern
  • Jenseniae Shield Fern


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Description

Triplophyllum jenseniae (also called Jensen's Triplophyllum, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to India. It is a terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are pinnate-pinnatifid. It is found in moist forests, in the understory of trees, and in shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Triplophyllum jenseniae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Triplophyllum jenseniae is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with a short pedicel. The seed is a small, black, globose capsule. The seedlings are small and have a long, narrow leaf.

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Where to Find Triplophyllum jenseniae

Triplophyllum jenseniae is native to tropical Africa and is found in tropical rainforests.

Triplophyllum jenseniae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Triplophyllum jenseniae?

Triplophyllum jenseniae

What is the common name of Triplophyllum jenseniae?

Jensen's Fern

What type of plant is Triplophyllum jenseniae?

Fern

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-50074708: Based on the initial data import
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.