Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bedd.) R.M.Tryon
Source:
ipni
Year:
1970
Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 21 (1970)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140309
Common Names
- White-set Fern
- Albosetacea Fern
- White-set Tree Fern
Synonyms
- Alsophila albosetacea Bedd. [unknown]
- Cyathea albosetacea Copel. [unknown]
- Cyathea nicobarica N.P.Balakr. & R.D.Dixit [unknown]
- Sphaeropteris nicobarica (N.P.Balakr. ex R.D.Dixit) R.D.Dixit [unknown]
Description
Sphaeropteris albosetacea (also called 'White-haired Fern' and 'White-haired Spleenwort', among many other common names) is a species of fern native to tropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia. It is an epiphytic fern, meaning it grows on other plants, and is usually found on tree trunks or branches in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Sphaeropteris albosetacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to reduce soil erosion and can be used as a mulch.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Sphaeropteris albosetacea is small and white, with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and small, round leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Sphaeropteris albosetacea is a fern species native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a hardy species that can be cultivated in a variety of climates. Propagation of Sphaeropteris albosetacea is best done through division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be divided into small sections and planted in moist soil. The soil should be kept moist until the new plants are established.
Where to Find Sphaeropteris albosetacea
Sphaeropteris albosetacea can be found in tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
Sphaeropteris albosetacea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Sphaeropteris albosetacea?
Sphaeropteris albosetacea
What type of plant is Sphaeropteris albosetacea?
Fern
What are the common names of Sphaeropteris albosetacea?
White-scaled fern
Species in the Sphaeropteris genus
Sphaeropteris aciculosa,
Sphaeropteris aeneifolia,
Sphaeropteris agatheti,
Sphaeropteris albidosquamata,
Sphaeropteris albifrons,
Sphaeropteris albosetacea,
Sphaeropteris angustipinna,
Sphaeropteris aramaganensis,
Sphaeropteris arthropoda,
Sphaeropteris assimilis,
Sphaeropteris atrospinosa,
Sphaeropteris atrox,
Sphaeropteris auriculifera,
Sphaeropteris binuangensis,
Sphaeropteris brackenridgei,
Sphaeropteris capitata,
Sphaeropteris carrii,
Sphaeropteris curranii,
Sphaeropteris discophora,
Sphaeropteris elliptica,
Sphaeropteris elmeri,
Sphaeropteris excelsa,
Sphaeropteris feani,
Sphaeropteris felina,
Sphaeropteris fugax,
Sphaeropteris fusca,
Sphaeropteris inaequalis,
Sphaeropteris insularum,
Sphaeropteris integra,
Sphaeropteris ledermannii,
Sphaeropteris leucolepis,
Sphaeropteris leucotricha,
Sphaeropteris lunulata,
Sphaeropteris magna,
Sphaeropteris marginata,
Sphaeropteris megalosora,
Sphaeropteris mertensiana,
Sphaeropteris microlepidota,
Sphaeropteris moluccana,
Sphaeropteris moseleyi,
Sphaeropteris nigricans,
Sphaeropteris obliqua,
Sphaeropteris obscura,
Sphaeropteris papuana,
Sphaeropteris parksiae,
Sphaeropteris parvifolia,
Sphaeropteris parvipinna,
Sphaeropteris persquamulifera,
Sphaeropteris philippinensis,
Sphaeropteris pilulifera,
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,