Status:
valid
Authors:
McPherson
Source:
Catalogue of the Plants of Madagascar (Tropicos)
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Adansonia , sér. 3, 34: 68 (2012)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001315043
Common Names
- Argomuellera pumila
- Dwarf Argomuellera
- Argomuellera
Description
Argomuellera pumila (also called 'Fairy Fern', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is a terrestrial fern, growing in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests, woodlands, and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Argomuellera pumila is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food and medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Argomuellera pumila has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Argomuellera pumila is a perennial herbaceous plant native to South America. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Propagation is best done by division or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a cold frame and will germinate in 1-2 weeks.
Where to Find Argomuellera pumila
Argomuellera pumila is found in the highlands of Madagascar.
Argomuellera pumila FAQ
What is the scientific name of Argomuellera pumila?
Argomuellera pumila
What is the common name of Argomuellera pumila?
Argomuellera
Where is Argomuellera pumila found?
Madagascar
Species in the Argomuellera genus
Argomuellera basicordata,
Argomuellera calcicola,
Argomuellera danguyana,
Argomuellera gigantea,
Argomuellera lancifolia,
Argomuellera macrophylla,
Argomuellera perrieri,
Argomuellera pierlotiana,
Argomuellera sessilifolia,
Argomuellera trewioides,
Argomuellera pumila,
Argomuellera bilocularis,
Argomuellera gillespieae,
Argomuellera integra,
Argomuellera longistipula,
Argomuellera oblanceolata,
Argomuellera stenophylla,
Species in the Euphorbiaceae family
Acalypha peckoltii,
Acalypha peduncularis,
Acalypha pendula,
Acalypha perrieri,
Acalypha persimilis,
Acalypha peruviana,
Acalypha pervilleana,
Acalypha phleoides,
Acalypha phyllonomifolia,
Acalypha pilosa,
Acalypha pippenii,
Acalypha pittieri,
Acalypha platyphylla,
Acalypha pleiogyne,
Acalypha plicata,
Acalypha pohliana,
Acalypha poiretii,
Acalypha polymorpha,
Acalypha polystachya,
Acalypha portoricensis,
Acalypha pruinosa,
Acalypha pruriens,
Acalypha pseudalopecuroides,
Acalypha pseudovagans,
Acalypha psilostachya,
Acalypha pubiflora,
Acalypha pulchrespicata,
Acalypha punctata,
Acalypha purpurascens,
Acalypha purpusii,
Acalypha pycnantha,
Acalypha pygmaea,
Acalypha radians,
Acalypha radicans,
Acalypha radinostachya,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha radula,
Acalypha rafaelensis,
Acalypha raivavensis,
Acalypha rapensis,
Acalypha reflexa,
Acalypha repanda,
Acalypha retifera,
Acalypha rhombifolia,
Acalypha rhomboidea,
Acalypha richardiana,
Acalypha riedeliana,
Acalypha rivularis,
Acalypha rottleroides,
Acalypha rubrinervis,