Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
asiatica
ID:
155531

Status:
valid

Authors:
Kiselev & Shmakov

Source:
ipni

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Obzor Vidov. Sem. Woodsiaceae Evraz. 40 (-41; f.16, map). 1995

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000154860



Common Names

  • Asian Woodsia
  • Asian Fern
  • Woodsia


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Description

Woodsia asiatica (also called Asian Woodsia, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Woodsiaceae. It is native to tropical Asia. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Woodsia asiatica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat digestive issues, skin problems, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Woodsia asiatica produces small, greenish-brown flowers, which are followed by small, round, black seeds. The seedlings have two, long, narrow leaves with pointed tips and a single, long, narrow leaf with a pointed tip.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Woodsia asiatica is a shade-tolerant fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated by dividing the rhizomes in the spring or by collecting and sowing spores in the late summer or fall.

Where to Find Woodsia asiatica

Woodsia asiatica is native to China, Japan, and Korea.

Woodsia asiatica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Woodsia asiatica?

Woodsia asiatica

What is the family of Woodsia asiatica?

Woodsiaceae

What is the native range of Woodsia asiatica?

Indonesia

Species in the Woodsia genus

Woodsia asiatica, Woodsia calcarea, Woodsia heterophylla, Woodsia microsora, Woodsia nikkoensis, Woodsia pinnatifida, Woodsia pseudoilvensis, Woodsia pseudopolystichoides, Woodsia pulchella, Woodsia saitoana, Woodsia subintermedia, Woodsia tryonis, Woodsia gorovoii, Woodsia polystichoides, Woodsia burgessiana, Woodsia abbeae, Woodsia alpina, Woodsia glabella, Woodsia gracilis, Woodsia ilvensis, Woodsia mexicana, Woodsia obtusa, Woodsia oregana, Woodsia plummerae, Woodsia scopulina, Woodsia angolensis, Woodsia montevidensis, Woodsia appalachiana, Woodsia mollis, Woodsia cochisensis, Woodsia neomexicana, Woodsia phillipsii, Woodsia manchuriensis, Woodsia cycloloba, Woodsia lanosa, Woodsia rosthorniana, Woodsia subcordata, Woodsia hancockii, Woodsia macrochlaena, Woodsia cinnamomea, Woodsia shensiensis, Woodsia sinica, Woodsia indusiosa, Woodsia macrospora, Woodsia oblonga, Woodsia andersonii, Woodsia elongata, Woodsia pubescens, Woodsia okamotoi, Woodsia pilosa,

Species in the Woodsiaceae family

Woodsia asiatica, Woodsia calcarea, Woodsia heterophylla, Woodsia microsora, Woodsia nikkoensis, Woodsia pinnatifida, Woodsia pseudoilvensis, Woodsia pseudopolystichoides, Woodsia pulchella, Woodsia saitoana, Woodsia subintermedia, Woodsia tryonis, Woodsia gorovoii, Woodsia polystichoides, Woodsia burgessiana, Woodsia abbeae, Woodsia alpina, Woodsia glabella, Woodsia gracilis, Woodsia ilvensis, Woodsia mexicana, Woodsia obtusa, Woodsia oregana, Woodsia plummerae, Woodsia scopulina, Woodsia angolensis, Woodsia montevidensis, Woodsia appalachiana, Woodsia mollis, Woodsia cochisensis, Woodsia neomexicana, Woodsia phillipsii, Woodsia manchuriensis, Woodsia cycloloba, Woodsia lanosa, Woodsia rosthorniana, Woodsia subcordata, Woodsia hancockii, Woodsia macrochlaena, Woodsia cinnamomea, Woodsia shensiensis, Woodsia sinica, Woodsia indusiosa, Woodsia macrospora, Woodsia oblonga, Woodsia andersonii, Woodsia elongata, Woodsia pubescens, Woodsia okamotoi, Woodsia pilosa,

References

Alexander I. Shmakov: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Shmakov' in the authors string.
A.Ya. Kiselev: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kiselev' in the authors string.