Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
orinocensis
ID:
1414513

Status:
valid

Authors:
(DC.) H.Ohashi & K.Ohashi

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
J. Jap. Bot.93: 115 (2018)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001426978

Common Names

  • Grona orinocensis
  • Orinoco Grona
  • Orinoco's Grona

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Description

Grona orinocensis (also called 'Orinoco Grona', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant native to the tropical Americas. It is an evergreen, terrestrial plant with a creeping rhizome and fronds up to 60 cm long. It is found in tropical rainforest, cloud forest, and montane forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Grona orinocensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Grona orinocensis has small, white flowers. Seed: The seeds are small and black. Seedlings: The seedlings are thin with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Grona orinocensis is a low-growing, evergreen fern that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is best grown in partial shade in moist, well-drained soils. Propagation is by division or by spores.

Where to Find Grona orinocensis

Grona orinocensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America.

Grona orinocensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Grona orinocensis?

Grona orinocensis

What is the common name of Grona orinocensis?

Orinoco grona

Where is Grona orinocensis native to?

Grona orinocensis is native to South America.

Species in the Grona genus

Grona glareosa, Grona heterocarpos, Grona helenae, Grona harmsii, Grona griffithiana, Grona fulvescens, Grona flagellaris, Grona filiformis, Grona ferruginea, Grona muelleri, Grona hannii, Grona pycnotricha, Grona pullenii, Grona nemorosa, Grona juruenensis, Grona jucunda, Grona hirta, Grona heterophylla, Grona brownii, Grona rubra, Grona brevipedicellata, Grona brachystachya, Grona birmannica, Grona barbata, Grona auricoma, Grona appressipila, Grona adscendens, Grona ramosissima, Grona schubertiae, Grona triflora, Grona zenkeri, Grona wynaadensis, Grona wittei, Grona stolzii, Grona trichostachya, Grona setigera, Grona tiwiensis, Grona schweinfurthii, Grona styracifolia, Grona orinocensis, Grona caffra, Grona cordifolia, Grona retroflexa, Grona saulierei, Grona strigillosa, Grona vidalii, Grona varians, Grona reticulata,

Species in the Fabaceae family

References

Augustin Pyramus de Candolle (1778-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'DC.' in the authors string.
Hiroyoshi Ohashi (b.1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.Ohashi' in the authors string.
Kazuaki Ohashi: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Ohashi' in the authors string.