Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
pilosa
ID:
1233802

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ching

Source:
tro

Year:
1974

Citation Micro:
Fl. Tsinling. 2: 222. 1974

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233140



Common Names

  • Woodsia Pilosa
  • Hairy Woodsia
  • Hairy Cliff Fern


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Description

Woodsia pilosa (also called Woodsia, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Woodsiaceae. It is native to Central America and the Caribbean. It is found in tropical moist lowland forests and subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Woodsia pilosa is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Woodsia pilosa has small, yellow flowers and small, brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have two pairs of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Woodsia pilosa is a small, evergreen fern native to Mexico. It is easy to propagate from spores or division. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-draining soil mix and kept in a warm, humid location. The spores should germinate in 4-6 weeks. Division should be done in spring or summer, with each division containing at least one healthy frond. Plant the divisions in a well-draining soil mix and keep moist.

Where to Find Woodsia pilosa

Woodsia pilosa is native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America.

Woodsia pilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Woodsia pilosa?

Woodsia pilosa

What type of plant is Woodsia pilosa?

It is a fern

Where is Woodsia pilosa found?

It is found in Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras

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,

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