Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) J.Sm.
Source:
tro
Year:
1875
Citation Micro:
Hist. Fil. 152. 1875. NPfl. 257 (1875)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001117759
Common Names
- Syngramma borneensis
- Bornean Syngramma
- Bornean Water Fern
Description
Syngramma borneensis (also called Borneo Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern with lance-shaped fronds. It is native to Indonesia, and is typically found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Syngramma borneensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and digestive problems.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Syngramma borneensis has small, yellow-green flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single frond with a few leaflets.
Cultivation and Propagation
Syngramma borneensis is a fern native to tropical regions of the world. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated from spores or by division. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial to full shade. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires little care.
Where to Find Syngramma borneensis
Syngramma borneensis is native to Japan and can be found in moist forests.
Species in the Syngramma genus
Syngramma alta,
Syngramma cartilagidens,
Syngramma dayi,
Syngramma grandis,
Syngramma lobbiana,
Syngramma magnifica,
Syngramma minima,
Syngramma quinata,
Syngramma spathulata,
Syngramma trichophora,
Syngramma valleculata,
Syngramma wallichii,
Syngramma alismifolia,
Syngramma vittiforme,
Syngramma coriacea,
Syngramma borneensis,
Species in the Pteridaceae family