Macrothelypteris torresiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
torresiana
ID:
1108014
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Gaudich.) Ching
Source:
tro
Year:
1963
Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 8(4): 310. 1963 [18 Oct 1963]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107352
Common Names
- Torres' Shield Fern
- Forked Shield Fern
- Forked Holly Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Macrothelypteris torresiana (also called Torres' Bladderfern, among many other common names) is a fern native to East Asia. It is an evergreen fern, meaning that it retains its leaves year-round. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as woodlands and forests.
Uses & Benefits
Macrothelypteris torresiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a cut flower. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat headaches, colds and other ailments.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Macrothelypteris torresiana var. calvata (Baker) HolttumFlower, Seeds and Seedlings
Macrothelypteris torresiana has small yellow flowers with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Macrothelypteris torresiana is a hardy fern that can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It can be propagated through division of the rhizomes or by spores. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring or fall and planted in moist, well-drained soil. Spores should be collected in the summer and sown on a moist, sterile medium. The plants should be kept moist and in bright, indirect light.
Where to Find Macrothelypteris torresiana
Macrothelypteris torresiana is native to Southeast Asia.
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
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26600217: Based on the initial data import
Charles Gaudichaud-Beaupré (1789-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gaudich.' in the authors string.
Ren-Chang Ching (1898-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ching' in the authors string.