Macrothelypteris rammelooi - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rammelooi
ID:
153114
Status:
valid
Authors:
Pic.Serm.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1983
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Natl. Belg. 53(1-2): 270. 1983
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000152443
Common Names
- Rammeloo's Maidenhair Fern
- Rammeloo's Macrothelypteris
- Rammeloo's Maidenhair
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macrothelypteris rammelooi (also called Rammeloo's Thelypteris, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Thelypteridaceae family. It is native to Southeast Asia, where it grows in moist, shady habitats. It is a small, evergreen fern with fronds that are up to 30 cm long and have a triangular shape.
Uses & Benefits
Macrothelypteris rammelooi is used in traditional Chinese medicine for treating fever, headache, and sore throat. It is also used as an ornamental plant in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Macrothelypteris rammelooi is small and greenish-white in color. The seed is a small, brown, three-sided capsule. The seedlings have two cotyledons and long, slender stems.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macrothelypteris rammelooi is a small evergreen fern that is native to the tropical regions of Asia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and is easy to propagate. It can be propagated by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The plants should be kept in bright, indirect light and watered regularly. Fertilizer should be applied every few months.
Where to Find Macrothelypteris rammelooi
Macrothelypteris rammelooi can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.
Macrothelypteris rammelooi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Macrothelypteris rammelooi?
Macrothelypteris rammelooi
What is the common name of Macrothelypteris rammelooi?
Rammeloo's maiden fern
What is the natural habitat of Macrothelypteris rammelooi?
Rocky cliffs and walls
Species in the Macrothelypteris genus
Macrothelypteris ogasawarensis, Macrothelypteris rammelooi, Macrothelypteris subviridifrons, Macrothelypteris sumatrana, Macrothelypteris ornata, Macrothelypteris torresiana, Macrothelypteris contingens, Macrothelypteris polypodioides, Macrothelypteris paludosa, Macrothelypteris setigera, Macrothelypteris viridifrons, Macrothelypteris multiseta, Macrothelypteris banaensis,
Species in the Thelypteridaceae family
References
Rodolfo Emilio Giuseppe Pichi-Sermolli (1912-2005): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pic.Serm.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17508280-1: Based on the initial data import