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
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.
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 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