Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Salviniales
Genus:
Species:
rubra
ID:
1116390

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

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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.

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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.