Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
stearnsii
ID:
145385

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1923

Citation Micro:
Proc. Biol. Soc. Washington 36: 175. 1923

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000144714

Common Names

  • Stearns' Tectaria
  • Tectaria stearnsii
  • Tectaria

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Synonyms

  • Sagenia varia J.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Tectaria stearnsii (also called Stearns' Tectaria, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Tectariaceae. It is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Pacific Islands, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Tectaria stearnsii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in landscaping and as a decorative plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Tectaria stearnsii are small and yellowish-green, with three petals. The seeds are small and black, while the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tectaria stearnsii is an evergreen fern native to the Caribbean. It is hardy to USDA zones 9-11 and prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by spores. It can also be propagated by taking cuttings of the fronds.

Where to Find Tectaria stearnsii

Tectaria stearnsii is native to the West Indies, Central America, and South America. It can be found in wet forests, usually near streams and rivers.

Tectaria stearnsii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tectaria stearnsii?

Tectaria stearnsii

What is the common name of Tectaria stearnsii?

Stearns' Tectaria

Where is Tectaria stearnsii native to?

Tropical Asia

Species in the Tectaria genus

Tectaria amblyotis, Tectaria balansae, Tectaria calcarea, Tectaria chattagrammica, Tectaria degeneri, Tectaria estremerana, Tectaria godeffroyi, Tectaria guachana, Tectaria heterocarpa, Tectaria hookeri, Tectaria hymenodes, Tectaria ingens, Tectaria jardini, Tectaria johannis, Tectaria kouniensis, Tectaria lacei, Tectaria lifuensis, Tectaria lobulata, Tectaria macrosora, Tectaria marchionica, Tectaria melanocaulis, Tectaria melanocauloides, Tectaria moorei, Tectaria nausoriensis, Tectaria novoguineensis, Tectaria organensis, Tectaria perdimorpha, Tectaria phanomensis, Tectaria poilanei, Tectaria pteropus-minor, Tectaria seemannii, Tectaria seramensis, Tectaria shahidaniana, Tectaria sinuata, Tectaria stearnsii, Tectaria subaequalis, Tectaria subconfluens, Tectaria subfuscipes, Tectaria tahitensis, Tectaria tenerifrons, Tectaria tenuifolia, Tectaria thwaitesii, Tectaria torrisiana, Tectaria trimenii, Tectaria tripartita, Tectaria vitiensis, Tectaria weberi, Tectaria acrocarpa, Tectaria chinensis, Tectaria sagenioides,

Species in the Tectariaceae family

Arthropteris articulata, Arthropteris charletiana, Arthropteris neocaledonica, Arthropteris boutoniana, Arthropteris palisotii, Arthropteris parallela, Arthropteris monocarpa, Arthropteris orientalis, Arthropteris altescandens, Arthropteris anniana, Arthropteris antun-gupffertiae, Arthropteris cameroonensis, Arthropteris tenella, Arthropteris paucivenia, Hypoderris brownii, Hypoderris brauniana, Pteridrys australis, Pteridrys cnemidaria, Pteridrys lofouensis, Pteridrys syrmatica, Pteridrys acutissima, Pteridrys microthecia, Pteridrys olivacea, Pteridrys confertiloba, Tectaria amblyotis, Tectaria balansae, Tectaria calcarea, Tectaria chattagrammica, Tectaria degeneri, Tectaria estremerana, Tectaria godeffroyi, Tectaria guachana, Tectaria heterocarpa, Tectaria hookeri, Tectaria hymenodes, Tectaria ingens, Tectaria jardini, Tectaria johannis, Tectaria kouniensis, Tectaria lacei, Tectaria lifuensis, Tectaria lobulata, Tectaria macrosora, Tectaria marchionica, Tectaria melanocaulis, Tectaria melanocauloides, Tectaria moorei, Tectaria nausoriensis, Tectaria novoguineensis, Tectaria organensis,