Syngramma dayi - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
dayi
ID:
151169
Status:
valid
Authors:
Bedd.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1892
Citation Micro:
Suppl. Ferns Brit. Ind. : 100 (1892)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000150498
Common Names
- Day's Syngramma
- Day Syngramma
- Dayi Syngramma
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- Gymnogramma dayi Bedd. [unknown]
Description
Syngramma dayi (also called 'Day's Syngramma', among many other common names) is a species of fern found in tropical regions of Asia, including India, China, and Japan. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, forests, and along the banks of streams.
Uses & Benefits
Syngramma dayi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can be used as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and can provide habitat for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Syngramma dayi have five white petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings have a single stem with a few leaves at the top.
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Cultivation and propagation of Syngramma dayi: This fern is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is by spores or division.
Where to Find Syngramma dayi
Syngramma dayi is native to the Caribbean and can be found in the Bahamas, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands.
Syngramma dayi FAQ
What is the scientific name of Syngramma dayi?
Syngramma dayi
What is the common name of Syngramma dayi?
Dayi Fern
What is the natural habitat of Syngramma dayi?
Tropical rainforests
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
References
Richard Henry Beddome (1830-1911): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bedd.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17225130-1: Based on the initial data import