Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
gorovoii
ID:
163898

Status:
valid

Authors:
Krestsch. & Shmakov

Source:
ipni

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Turczaninowia 10(1): 9 (-12; fig.). 2007 [28 May 2007]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163227



Common Names

  • Gorovoi's Fern
  • Gorovoi's Woodsia
  • Woodsia Fern


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Description

Woodsia gorovoii (also called 'Gorovoi's woodsia', among many other common names) is a small fern that is native to the Pacific Islands. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Woodsia gorovoii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It can also be used to provide shade and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Woodsia gorovoii is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of fronds.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Woodsia gorovoii is a fern native to the United States. It can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 4-9.

Where to Find Woodsia gorovoii

Woodsia gorovoii is native to Southeast Asia and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Woodsia gorovoii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Woodsia gorovoii?

Woodsia gorovoii

What is the common name of Woodsia gorovoii?

Gorovoi's Woodsia

What is the natural habitat of Woodsia gorovoii?

Temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere

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.
I.A. Krestschenok: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Krestsch.' in the authors string.