Phegopteris persimilis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
persimilis
ID:
1410601
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Baker) Christenh.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:25. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423066
Common Names
- Persimmon Fern
- Phegopteris Fern
- Persimmon Wood Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phegopteris persimilis (also called Similar beech fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Thelypteridaceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady forests.
Uses & Benefits
Phegopteris persimilis is used in traditional Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial agent. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phegopteris persimilis has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phegopteris persimilis is a fern species native to tropical Asia. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern, growing in moist, shady places. It is propagated by spores or division. The spores should be sown on a sterilized, slightly acidic, well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment. The plants can also be propagated by division. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Phegopteris persimilis
Phegopteris persimilis is native to the tropical forests of China. It can be found in moist, shady areas of the forest floor.
Phegopteris persimilis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phegopteris persimilis?
Phegopteris persimilis
What is the common name of Phegopteris persimilis?
Similar beech fern
Where is Phegopteris persimilis found?
It is found in Mexico
Species in the Phegopteris genus
Phegopteris heterolepia, Phegopteris keraudreniana, Phegopteris connectilis, Phegopteris decursive-pinnata, Phegopteris subaurita, Phegopteris cruciata, Phegopteris hexagonoptera, Phegopteris levingei, Phegopteris tibetica, Phegopteris aurita, Phegopteris paludosa, Phegopteris koreana, Phegopteris henriquesii, Phegopteris microstegia, Phegopteris hirtirachis, Phegopteris fijiensis, Phegopteris andringitrensis, Phegopteris rectangularis, Phegopteris yigongensis, Phegopteris tibetana, Phegopteris dianae, Phegopteris zayuensis, Phegopteris persimilis, Phegopteris aubertii, Phegopteris kinabaluensis, Phegopteris cyclocarpa,
Species in the Thelypteridaceae family
References
John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77183256-1: Based on the initial data import