Status:
valid
Authors:
H.S.Kung, Li Bing Zhang & X.S.Guo
Source:
tro
Year:
1995
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Yunnan. 17(4): 421. 1995
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001236481
Common Names
- Woodsia kangdingensis
- Kangdingensis Woodsia
- Woodsia
Description
Woodsia kangdingensis (also called Kangding Woodsia, among many other common names) is a fern, typically growing up to 1 meter in height. It is native to East Asia, and is commonly found in open forests, grasslands, and other disturbed habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Woodsia kangdingensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an indoor plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, reducing inflammation, and relieving pain.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Woodsia kangdingensis is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower. Its seeds are small, black, and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small, with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Woodsia kangdingensis is an evergreen fern that can be propagated from spores or by division. Spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. Divisions should be taken from mature clumps and planted in a well-drained, humus-rich soil. Once established, the plant should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.
Where to Find Woodsia kangdingensis
Woodsia kangdingensis is native to China.
Woodsia kangdingensis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Woodsia kangdingensis?
Woodsia kangdingensis
What is the common name of Woodsia kangdingensis?
Kangding Woodsia
What is the natural habitat of Woodsia kangdingensis?
Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests
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
Xiao Si Guo: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.S.Guo' in the authors string.