Phegopteris rectangularis - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rectangularis
ID:
1410262
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Zoll.) Christenh.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:25. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422727
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Phegopteris rectangularis (also called Rectangular Beech Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Thelypteridaceae. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in moist montane forest habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Phegopteris rectangularis is a fern species that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Phegopteris rectangularis is a small, white flower with a short, curved spur. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Phegopteris rectangularis is a fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is an evergreen perennial that is easy to propagate by division or by spores. It can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and should be kept moist but not wet. It is best to fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer every few weeks during the growing season.
Where to Find Phegopteris rectangularis
Phegopteris rectangularis can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.
Phegopteris rectangularis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phegopteris rectangularis?
Phegopteris rectangularis
What is the common name of Phegopteris rectangularis?
Phegopteris rectangularis
What is the habitat of Phegopteris rectangularis?
Phegopteris rectangularis is found in tropical and subtropical forests, usually in humid and shady areas.
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
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Heinrich Zollinger (1818-1859): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Zoll.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182741-1: Based on the initial data import