Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
viridifrons
ID:
1228394

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Tagawa) Ching

Source:
tro

Year:
1963

Citation Micro:
Acta Phytotax. Sin. 8(4): 310. 1963 [18 Oct 1963]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001227732



Common Names

  • Macrothelypteris viridifrons
  • Viridifrons Macrothelypteris
  • Macrothelypteris Viridifrons


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Description

Macrothelypteris viridifrons (also called Green-Fringed Macrothelypteris, among many other common names) is a small fern native to tropical America. It has a rounded frond and can reach up to 1 m in height. It grows in tropical forests and savannas.

Uses & Benefits

Macrothelypteris viridifrons is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Macrothelypteris viridifrons has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Where to Find Macrothelypteris viridifrons

Macrothelypteris viridifrons is native to China and can be found in the forests of the Sichuan province.

Macrothelypteris viridifrons FAQ

What is the scientific name of Macrothelypteris viridifrons?

Macrothelypteris viridifrons

What are the common names of Macrothelypteris viridifrons?

Green-fringed Polypody, Green-fringed Polypody tree

What is the natural habitat of Macrothelypteris viridifrons?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

Species in the Thelypteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50052013: Based on the initial data import
Ren-Chang Ching (1898-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ching' in the authors string.
Motoji Tagawa (1908-1977): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tagawa' in the authors string.