Status:
valid
Authors:
R.Br.
Source:
tro
Year:
1810
Citation Micro:
Prodr. Fl. Nov. Holland. 167. 1810. Bak. Hdb. 137 (1810)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001115728
Common Names
- Azolla rubra
- Red Azolla
- Red Azolla Fern
Description
Azolla rubra (also called Red Azolla, among many other common names) is a fern species native to tropical Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady habitats such as forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Azolla rubra is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to provide shade and shelter for other plants.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Azolla rubra are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Azolla rubra is an aquatic fern native to the Americas. It is an evergreen fern with small, bright green fronds. It prefers full sun and moist, nutrient-rich soil. Propagation is by division of the clumps or by spores.
Where to Find Azolla rubra
Azolla rubra is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.
Species in the Azolla genus
Species in the Salviniaceae family
Azolla pinnata,
Azolla caroliniana,
Azolla filiculoides,
Azolla microphylla,
Azolla rubra,
Azolla nilotica,
Salvinia martynii,
Salvinia hastata,
Salvinia auriculata,
Salvinia minima,
Salvinia molesta,
Salvinia nymphellula,
Salvinia natans,
Salvinia sprucei,
Salvinia biloba,
Salvinia oblongifolia,