Pteridaceae of north america update, database version 2011 acquired. Cooperative extension, which staffs local offices in all 100 counties and with the eastern band of cherokee indians. Adiantum pedatum lady bird johnson wildflower center. Hosted by the usgs core science analytics and synthesis. The plants database includes the following 30 species of adiantum. Triangular, 3 or 4pinnate fronds with dark stalks emerge from a dense rootstock of short, branching rhizomes. Adiantum raddianum fragrans delta maidenhair fern house of. Pdf the hybrid origin of adiantum meishanianum pteridaceae. Adiantum capillus veneris is the southern maidenhair fern. The frond stems are black in colour with gorgeous lime green leaves pinnae. Maidenhair fern or adiantum species nurseries online. The reddish fiddleheads, sparsely covered in wiry hairs, appear in spring. We are well on our way to collect adiantum cv taxa from every continent. Maidenhair fern is a midwest native fern plant that creates a perfect foil for other plants in the woodland garden and is excellent for naturalized landscaping on shaded hillsides.
Popular as houseplant, it is long lived if it receives sufficient humidity and is not exposed to drafts. Chiou, which is an endangered species that can only produce aborted spores zhang et al. Adiantum raddianum new zealand plant conservation network. Pdf four new species of adiantum pteridaceae from the guianas. This has resulted in a number of synonyms, of which adiantum cuneatum is still widely used.
However, it is not a legal authority for statutory or regulatory purposes. It could be called bonsai maidenhair as it is a very delicate looking miniature of the normal a. Adiantum aleuticum northern maidenhair fern, adiantum capillusveneris southern maidenhair fern, and adiantum hispidulum rosy maidenhair fern. F and prefer high humidity around 60% which can be achieved with misting the surrounding air regularly. Its fronds rise in clumps from rhizomes among rocks or in the soil in sheltered areas. Adiantum raddianum, the delta maidenhair fern, is one of the most popular ferns to grow indoors. This one is a cultivar rather than a species and is from barbados it does not easily propagate from spore like nearly all of the others. This fern needs to be planted in full shade, making it an ideal choice for baskets hanging from trees, in dappled ground beneath trees, or in pots on the south side of buildings, even in reasonably cold gardens. This fern species is an important ornamental and more than. Delta maidenhair fern adiantum raddianum indoor care. Delta maidenhair fern adiantum cuneatum, raddianum. Adiantum raddianum, the delta maidenhair fern, is one of the most popular ferns to grow.
The reason the adiantum raddianum is most suited for growing in a terrarium or within a conservatory is because it thrives in high humidity conditions that are difficult to provide within most rooms in a house. The triangular, dark green fronds may be 20 cm long and 15 cm at their widest point and are divided into numerous delicate, wedgeshaped leaflets. However, if adiantum raddianum, and possibly a few other species, are removed, the remaining plants genus type. Join our friendly community that shares tips and ideas for gardens, along with seeds and plants. Northern maidenhair fern, maidenhair fern pteridaceae maidenhair fern family synonyms. Adiantum raddianum plant finder missouri botanical garden. Features finelytextured, somewhat frilly fronds which have curved stalks and are palmatelydivided i. Adiantum raddianum delta maidenhair fern indoor house. This delicate species is in need of a consistent supply of moisture, from the atmosphere and its soil.
Continentcountryregion, distribution, last reported, origin, first reported. Adiantum raddianum, commonly called delta maidenhair fern, and its cultivars are perhaps the most commonly grown of the nonwinter hardy maidenhair ferns. Adiantum raddianum delta maidenhair fernrhs gardening. The genus name comes from greek, meaning unwetted, referring to the fronds ability to shed water without becoming wet. Easy to grow but needs high humidity, really really hates direct sun. The word adiantum comes from the greek adiantos, which means unwetted and refers to the way that maidenhair fern fronds repel water. This graceful, fanlike pattern is unique among native ferns. Neotropical species of the adiantum raddianum group pteridaceae. Adiantum raddianum delta maidenhair fern is one of the most well known evergreen, indoor houseplant. Cultivation edit many species are grown in the horticultural trade, including all three of the species mentioned, as well as a number of tropical species, including a. Presl is an accepted name this name is the accepted name of a species in the genus adiantum family pteridaceae.
This fern species is an important ornamental and more than seventy cultivars have been developed. Maidenhair fern, adiantum plant how to grow and care. Adiantum hispidulum is one species that grows better outdoors than indoors adiantum aethiopicum is the common maidenhair, easier to grow than most in an outdoor situation. Dec 25, 2010 adiantum raddianum maidenhair fern houseplant care 238 of 365 duration. There are a number of these ferns grown from the adiantum genus, with the a.
Genus name comes from the greek word adiantos meaning unwetted in. Maidenhair ferns adiantum ferns nurseries online australia. The following care guide for the maidenhair fern will teach you how to cultivate, propagate and nurture it, so that you can enjoy the adiantum capillusveneris for a long time. Adiantum raddianum, commonly called delta maidenhair fern, and its cultivars are. Adiantum raddianum fragrans is also known as adiantum cuneatum and adiantum rubellum. Adiantum raddianum wikipedia, a enciclopedia livre.
They are regarded as fairly hardy ferns, as opposed to tropical, and can be found all over the world. While every effort has been made to provide the most reliable and uptodate information available, ultimate legal requirements with respect to species are contained in. Grows best in positions that do not receive direct summer sunlight during the heat of the day. The gorgeous foliage of maidenhair fern makes it a perfect foil for other plants in the woodland garden. Stems stipes are very slender, dark colored, polished and shining, divided multiple times with thin papery scales on the lower part of the stem. Images of adiantum raddianum maidenhair fern plants of hawaii, by forest and kim starr. Os seus nomes comuns sao cabelodevenus, avencacomum, avencadocanada ou avencadelta. Presl show all show tabs delta maidenhair general information. Lady bird johnson wildflower center focused on protecting and preserving north americas native plants through native plant lists and image galleries, conservation, education, natural landscapes, seed collection millennium seed bank msb project, preserving and restoring native communities, spreading awareness on invasive species and gardening to attract wildlife.
Genus adiantum can be deciduous or evergreen ferns with shiny black stalks bearing simple or more usually pinnately divided fronds, the segments fanshaped, oblong or rounded, carrying spores under reflexed marginal flaps. When grown indoors maiden hair ferns require a minium nighttime temperature of 10. Adiantum raddianum grows up to 45 cm tall with a spread of up to 60 cm. Description these are delicate ferns, with dainty, palegreen leaves that are triangular in shape. Plant ferns in moist, well drained soil that contain a generous amount of humus. Popular as houseplant, it is long lived if it receives sufficient humidity and is not exposed. Its common name comes from its shiny, dark leafstalks that resemble human hair. Adiantum raddianum delta maidenhair, maidenhair fern. It grows up to 30 cm tall with a spread of up to 15 cm. Fronds tufted, erect or pendulous, 1550 cm tall, 34pinnate, irregularly or dichotomously arranged. Adiantum definition of adiantum by the free dictionary.
Page designed through the cooperative efforts of interagency itis teams. Website designed at homestead get a website and list your business. Adiantum raddianum plants of hawaii starr environmental. The plants do well in terrariums or placed in bathrooms in bright indirect light. Excellent for naturalizing on shaded hillsides or any protected shady location, this fern thrives in a welldrained to slightly damp soil. The record derives from tropicos data supplied on 20120418 which reports it as an accepted name record 26602685 with original publication details. The taxonomic treatment of adiantum raddianum has frequently changed. Elegant and fast growing, adiantum raddianum delta maidenhair is a tufted evergreen fern with smooth, purplishblack stalks bearing triangular, 3pinnate, lacy fronds composed of rounded, fanshaped segments. Adiantam raddianum x fragrantissimum lush mound of medium green delicate looking foliage with bipinnate to tripinnnate fronds. Click below on a thumbnail map or name for species profiles. It has shiny, dark leafstalks that resembles the common name human hair. Adiantum raddianum fragrans delta maidenhair fern, very delicate beautiful fern from the west indies.
Location in order to support the growth of the maidenhair fern which originates from the humid tropics, you should choose a suitable place for it. And if you can find it, why not try the rarest maidenhair fern of all which is adiantum tenerum farleyense. Adiantum raddianum fragrans delta maidenhair fern house. How to prune the dead fronds leaves from adiantum maidenhair ferns.
Fertilize ferns several times during the summer months. Abundant water, needs good drainages, like neutral to alkaline soil propagation. All of these about 200 or more named maidenhair fern, have similar characteristics and share most of the same care needs to grow well. Adiantum synonyms, adiantum pronunciation, adiantum translation, english dictionary definition of adiantum. Adiantum raddianum plantinfo everything and anything. Adiantum raddianum maidenhair fern houseplant care 238 of 365 duration. Central and south america, mexico, west indies, in rocky outcrops, cliff faces, and moist stream banks growth habits. The triangular fronds are semierect in the beginning then droop gracefully as they age and can be up to 12 inches 30 cm 3 long by 6 inches 15 cm wide. It has delicate, compound fronds and coppercoloured new growth. Pdf a new species of adiantum is described from california. Delta maidenhair fern adiantum raddianum indoor care and. Download pdf comment on factsheet inaturalist nz view observations donate support.
Maidenhair ferns differ in price depending on the pot size. It is found in africa, australia, polynesia, malesia, new zealand and other pacific islands. The hybrid origin of adiantum meishanianum pteridaceae. Emerging light green, they darken with age and can reach 18 in. Adiantum pedatum, commonly called northern maidenhair fern, is a deciduous, clumpforming, missouri native fern which typically grows 1. This one is a cultivar rather than a species and is from barbados it does not easily propagate from spore like nearly all. Plants profile for adiantum raddianum delta maidenhair.
Adiantum species, delta maidenhair fern adiantum raddianum. Prefers bright, indirect light such as that filtered through a curtain, can cope in shade but may lose some of its vibrancy. There are many forms of adiantum raddianum, all slightly different in scale, colour and general shape. Itis taxonomy is based on the latest scientific consensus available, and is provided as a general reference source for interested parties. Adiantum pronounced addeeantoom is commonly referred to as the maidenhair fern. Adiantum hispidulum, commonly known as rough maidenhair fern or fivefingered jack, is a small fern in the family pteridaceae of widespread distribution. Media in category adiantum raddianum the following 61 files are in this category, out of 61 total.
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