Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malvales
Species:
cubanum
ID:
1282516

Status:
valid

Authors:
(A.Rich.) Tiegh.

Source:
tro

Year:
1866

Citation Micro:
Cat. Pl. Cub. : 110 (1866)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001281854



Common Names

  • Cubanum Linodendron
  • Cuban Linodendron
  • Cubanum


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Description

Linodendron cubanum (also called Cuban Linodendron, among many other common names) is a species of fern found in Cuba and Hispaniola. It has a rhizome that is short, erect, and densely scaly. Its fronds are lanceolate and pinnate-pinnatifid. It is found in moist forests, along streams, and in valleys at elevations of 500-1400 meters.

Uses & Benefits

Linodendron cubanum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Linodendron cubanum has small, white flowers with five petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and dark green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Linodendron cubanum is a tropical shrub native to Central and South America. It prefers full sun and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is best done through stem cuttings in the spring or summer. The cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining potting mix. Keep the soil moist and the cuttings should root within a few weeks.

Where to Find Linodendron cubanum

Linodendron cubanum is native to Cuba and the Bahamas.

Linodendron cubanum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Linodendron cubanum?

Linodendron cubanum

What is the family of Linodendron cubanum?

Hymenophyllaceae

Where is Linodendron cubanum found?

Linodendron cubanum is found in Central and South America.

Species in the Thymelaeaceae family

Aetoxylon sympetalum, Amyxa pluricornis, Aquilaria apiculata, Aquilaria baillonii, Aquilaria banaense, Aquilaria beccariana, Aquilaria brachyantha, Aquilaria citrinicarpa, Aquilaria crassna, Aquilaria cumingiana, Aquilaria decemcostata, Aquilaria filaria, Aquilaria hirta, Aquilaria khasiana, Aquilaria microcarpa, Aquilaria parvifolia, Aquilaria rostrata, Aquilaria rugosa, Aquilaria sinensis, Aquilaria subintegra, Aquilaria urdanetensis, Aquilaria yunnanensis, Aquilaria malaccensis, Aquilaria banaensis, Arnhemia cryptantha, Atemnosiphon coriaceus, Craterosiphon beniensis, Craterosiphon devredii, Craterosiphon louisii, Craterosiphon micranthum, Craterosiphon montanus, Craterosiphon pseudoscandens, Craterosiphon quarrei, Craterosiphon scandens, Craterosiphon schmitzii, Craterosiphon soyauxii, Craterosiphon beniense, Dais cotinifolia, Dais glaucescens, Daphne wolongensis, Daphne hekouensis, Daphne acutiloba, Daphne alpina, Daphne altaica, Daphne arbuscula, Daphne arisanensis, Daphne aurantiaca, Daphne axillaris, Daphne bholua, Daphne blagayana,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50315349: Based on the initial data import
Achille Richard (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rich.' in the authors string.
Philippe Édouard Léon Van Tieghem (1839-1914): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Tiegh.' in the authors string.