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Description
Lindsaea trichomanoides, also known as the Hairy Necklace Fern, is a perennial fern that belongs to the Lindsaeaceae family. It is native to Asia and Australia and can be found growing in wet, shady areas such as rainforests, swamps, and stream banks. This fern has a rhizomatous growth habit and produces elegant fronds that are up to 50 cm long.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Phylum | Pteridophyta |
| Class | Polypodiopsida |
| Order | Poales |
| Family | Lindsaeaceae |
| Genus | Lindsaea |
Appearance
The fronds of Lindsaea trichomanoides are elegant and delicate-looking. They are bipinnate, meaning that the frond is divided into pinnae, and each pinna is further divided into pinnules. The fronds are light green in color and have a hairy texture, which gives this fern its common name. The spores of Lindsaea trichomanoides are produced on the underside of the fronds in clusters.
Care Guide
Lindsaea trichomanoides requires moist soil and partial shade to thrive. It can tolerate full shade, but it may not grow as quickly or produce as many fronds. Here are some care tips for this fern:- Water: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged.- Fertilization: Fertilize every 2-3 months with a balanced fertilizer.- Soil: Use a well-draining potting mix that is rich in organic matter.- Sunlight: Place the fern in partial shade or full shade.- Hardiness Zones: Lindsaea trichomanoides is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Common Pests & Diseases
Lindsaea trichomanoides is relatively pest and disease-free. However, it may be susceptible to mealybugs, scale insects, and spider mites. If you notice any signs of infestation, isolate the plant and treat it with an insecticidal soap or neem oil. This fern may also develop fungal diseases such as root rot if the soil is too wet.
Habitat
Lindsaea trichomanoides is native to Asia and Australia and can be found growing in wet, shady areas such as rainforests, swamps, and stream banks. It prefers moist soil and partial shade.
Question and Answer
Q: Can Lindsaea trichomanoides be grown indoors?
A: Yes, this fern can be grown indoors as long as it is placed in a location with bright, indirect light and high humidity.
Q: How often should Lindsaea trichomanoides be fertilized?
A: Fertilize this fern every 2-3 months with a balanced fertilizer.
Q: What is the hardiness zone for Lindsaea trichomanoides?
A: This fern is hardy in USDA zones 9-11.
Q: How often should Lindsaea trichomanoides be watered?
A: Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged. Water whenever the top inch of soil feels dry to the touch.
Related Plants
Here are some related plants to Lindsaea trichomanoides:- Lindsaea lucida- Lindsaea scandens- Lindsaea ensifolia
References
– “Lindsaea trichomanoides.” Flora of China, www.efloras.org/florataxon.aspx?flora_id=2&taxon_id=200003868.- “Lindsaea trichomanoides.” Missouri Botanical Garden, www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=281071.- “Hairy Necklace Fern.” Royal Horticultural Society, www.rhs.org.uk/Plants/11137/Lindsaea-trichomanoides/Details.
