Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
keraudreniana
ID:
153277

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mann

Source:
ipni

Year:
1868

Citation Micro:
Proc. Amer. Acad. 7: 218. 1868

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000152606



Common Names

  • Southern beech fern
  • Keraudren's beech fern
  • Southern beechfern


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Synonyms

  • Dryopteris keraudreniana (Gaudich.) C.Chr. [unknown]
  • Nephrodium keraudrenianum (Gaudich.) Diels [unknown]
  • Macrothelypteris keraudreniana (Gaudich.) Pic.Serm. [unknown]
  • Phegopteris procera H.Mann [unknown]
  • Pseudophegopteris procera (H.Mann) Holttum [unknown]
  • Polypodium keraudrenianum Gaudich. [unknown]
  • Toppingia keraudreniana (Gaudich.) O.Deg., I.Deg. & A.R.Sm. [unknown]
  • Pseudophegopteris keraudreniana (Gaudich.) Holttum [unknown]

Description

Phegopteris keraudreniana (also called Phegopteris keraudreniana, among many other common names) is a fern species in the family Thelypteridaceae. It is native to Central America, Mexico, and the Caribbean. It is typically found in humid, tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Phegopteris keraudreniana 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 Phegopteris keraudreniana 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Phegopteris keraudreniana can be propagated by division or by seed. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of drought and salt spray.

Where to Find Phegopteris keraudreniana

Phegopteris keraudreniana can be found in China, Japan, and Korea.

Phegopteris keraudreniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Phegopteris keraudreniana?

Phegopteris keraudreniana

What is the common name of Phegopteris keraudreniana?

Keraudren's beech fern

What is the natural habitat of Phegopteris keraudreniana?

Rocky cliffs and walls

Species in the Thelypteridaceae family