Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gagnep.) Orel, Peter G.Wilson, Curry & Luu
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 30: 50 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001332639
Common Names
- Polyspora Intricata
- Intricata Polyspora
- Intricata Orchid
Description
Polyspora intricata (also called Intricate Polyspora, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in forests, thickets, and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Polyspora intricata is used as a medicinal plant and also as an ornamental plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Polyspora intricata has small, white flowers with a diameter of up to 2 cm. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a few leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Polyspora intricata is a perennial shrub native to India. It can be propagated by seed or cuttings. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. It can be grown in pots or in the ground. It blooms in the summer with white or pink flowers.
Where to Find Polyspora intricata
Polyspora intricata can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and parts of China.
Polyspora intricata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Polyspora intricata?
Polyspora intricata
What are the common names of Polyspora intricata?
Intricate Polyspora, Intricate Polyspora Daisy
Where is Polyspora intricata native to?
India
Species in the Polyspora genus
Polyspora balansae,
Polyspora chrysandra,
Polyspora hainanensis,
Polyspora longicarpa,
Polyspora speciosa,
Polyspora huongiana,
Polyspora bidoupensis,
Polyspora gigantiflora,
Polyspora intricata,
Polyspora elliptica,
Polyspora ceylanica,
Polyspora dassanayakei,
Polyspora gardneri,
Polyspora dalglieshiana,
Polyspora papuana,
Polyspora nivea,
Polyspora ampla,
Polyspora amboinensis,
Polyspora borneensis,
Polyspora dipterosperma,
Polyspora excelsa,
Polyspora havilandii,
Polyspora hirtella,
Polyspora imbricata,
Polyspora integerrima,
Polyspora lanceifolia,
Polyspora luzonica,
Polyspora maingayi,
Polyspora marginata,
Polyspora multinervis,
Polyspora oblongifolia,
Polyspora polisana,
Polyspora sablayana,
Polyspora sarawakensis,
Polyspora scortechinii,
Polyspora spectabilis,
Polyspora taipingensis,
Polyspora grandiflora,
Polyspora axillaris,
Polyspora hainanensis,
Polyspora gioii,
Polyspora vulcanica,
Polyspora microphylla,
Polyspora cuongii,
Polyspora obtusa,
Polyspora ovalis,
Polyspora penangensis,
Polyspora singaporeana,
Species in the Theaceae family
Apterosperma oblata,
Archboldiodendron calosericeum,
Balthasaria mannii,
Balthasaria schliebenii,
Camellia intermedia,
Camellia maoniushanensis,
Camellia amplexifolia,
Camellia anlungensis,
Camellia assimiloides,
Camellia aurea,
Camellia azalea,
Camellia candida,
Camellia caudata,
Camellia chekiangoleosa,
Camellia chrysanthoides,
Camellia connata,
Camellia corallina,
Camellia cordifolia,
Camellia costata,
Camellia costei,
Camellia crapnelliana,
Camellia crassicolumna,
Camellia crassipes,
Camellia crassiphylla,
Camellia cupiformis,
Camellia cuspidata,
Camellia dongnaicensis,
Camellia dormoyana,
Camellia drupifera,
Camellia edithae,
Camellia elongata,
Camellia euphlebia,
Camellia euryoides,
Camellia fascicularis,
Camellia flava,
Camellia flavida,
Camellia fleuryi,
Camellia fluviatilis,
Camellia fraterna,
Camellia furfuracea,
Camellia gaudichaudii,
Camellia gilbertii,
Camellia glabricostata,
Camellia gracilipes,
Camellia grandibracteata,
Camellia granthamiana,
Camellia grijsii,
Camellia gymnogyna,
Camellia hekouensis,
Camellia hiemalis,
References
George Orel: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Orel' in the authors string.
Hong Truong Luu: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Luu' in the authors string.
Anthony S. Curry: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Curry' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77118355-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].