Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
danaeifolium
ID:
1110041

Status:
valid

Authors:
Langsd. & Fisch.

Source:
tro

Year:
1810

Citation Micro:
Pl. Voy. Russes Monde 5, t. 1 (1810)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001109379

Common Names

  • Danaeifolium Spleenwort
  • Danaeifolium Fern
  • Danaeifolium Cliff Fern

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Description

Acrostichum danaeifolium (also called Leather Fern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Acrostichum danaeifolium is a popular houseplant and is often used to decorate homes and offices. It is also used in gardens to provide ground cover and to attract beneficial insects. It can also be used medicinally to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Acrostichum danaeifolium has small, yellow-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small, dark brown and are dispersed by wind. The seedlings have a single, upright leaf with a pointed tip.

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Where to Find Acrostichum danaeifolium

Acrostichum danaeifolium can be found in tropical and subtropical regions around the world.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26602571: Based on the initial data import
Friedrich Ernst Ludwig von Fischer (1782-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fisch.' in the authors string.
Grigory Langsdorff (1774-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Langsd.' in the authors string.