Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Malpighiales
Species:
pumila
ID:
589

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

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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.

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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 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,

References

Gordon D. McPherson (b.1947): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'McPherson' in the authors string.