Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
longipes
ID:
140315

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Copel.) R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 34 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139644

Common Names

  • Longipes Tree Fern
  • Longipes Fern
  • Longipes Alsophila

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Description

Alsophila longipes (also called 'Long-stalked Tree Fern', among many other common names) is a species of tree fern native to the islands of Sumatra and Java, where it grows in humid forests. It has a slender trunk, reaching up to 2 m tall, and is covered with brown scales. The fronds are bi-pinnate, up to 2 m long, and have a lemon-like scent. The sori are covered with a false indusium.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila longipes is a species of ferns that is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is a hardy fern that is tolerant of drought and can grow in a variety of soils.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila longipes is a small, white, cup-shaped flower with six petals. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Alsophila longipes is best done through seed sowing. The seeds should be sown in a well-draining medium and kept moist. The seedlings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be fertilized regularly. Propagation can also be done through division of the clumps of the plant.

Where to Find Alsophila longipes

Alsophila longipes is found in tropical and subtropical regions of Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands.

Alsophila longipes FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila longipes?

Alsophila longipes

What is the common name of Alsophila longipes?

Longipes Tree Fern

Where does Alsophila longipes grow?

It is native to New Caledonia

Species in the Alsophila genus

Alsophila acanthophora, Alsophila acuminata, Alsophila alderwereltii, Alsophila alleniae, Alsophila alta, Alsophila aneitensis, Alsophila apoensis, Alsophila archboldii, Alsophila baroumba, Alsophila borneensis, Alsophila boytelii, Alsophila brausei, Alsophila brevipinna, Alsophila buennemeijeri, Alsophila callosa, Alsophila catillifera, Alsophila celsa, Alsophila cicatricosa, Alsophila cincinnata, Alsophila cinerea, Alsophila coactilis, Alsophila confinis, Alsophila costalisora, Alsophila crinita, Alsophila cubensis, Alsophila cucullifera, Alsophila cunninghamii, Alsophila deckenii, Alsophila dicksonioides, Alsophila doctersii, Alsophila edanoi, Alsophila eriophora, Alsophila everta, Alsophila excavata, Alsophila fagildei, Alsophila ferdinandii, Alsophila ferruginea, Alsophila foersteri, Alsophila geluensis, Alsophila glaberrima, Alsophila gleichenioides, Alsophila grangaudiana, Alsophila halconensis, Alsophila havilandii, Alsophila hooglandii, Alsophila hookeri, Alsophila horridula, Alsophila humilis, Alsophila hymenodes, Alsophila imbricata,

Species in the Cyatheaceae family

Alsophila acanthophora, Alsophila acuminata, Alsophila alderwereltii, Alsophila alleniae, Alsophila alta, Alsophila aneitensis, Alsophila apoensis, Alsophila archboldii, Alsophila baroumba, Alsophila borneensis, Alsophila boytelii, Alsophila brausei, Alsophila brevipinna, Alsophila buennemeijeri, Alsophila callosa, Alsophila catillifera, Alsophila celsa, Alsophila cicatricosa, Alsophila cincinnata, Alsophila cinerea, Alsophila coactilis, Alsophila confinis, Alsophila costalisora, Alsophila crinita, Alsophila cubensis, Alsophila cucullifera, Alsophila cunninghamii, Alsophila deckenii, Alsophila dicksonioides, Alsophila doctersii, Alsophila edanoi, Alsophila eriophora, Alsophila everta, Alsophila excavata, Alsophila fagildei, Alsophila ferdinandii, Alsophila ferruginea, Alsophila foersteri, Alsophila geluensis, Alsophila glaberrima, Alsophila gleichenioides, Alsophila grangaudiana, Alsophila halconensis, Alsophila havilandii, Alsophila hooglandii, Alsophila hookeri, Alsophila horridula, Alsophila humilis, Alsophila hymenodes, Alsophila imbricata,

References

Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.
Rolla M. Tryon Jr. (1916-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Tryon' in the authors string.