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bicolored spleenwort
Scientific Name: Asplenium heterochroum
Family: Aspleniaceae
Category: Fern
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Perennial
Other Names:
Bicolored Spleenwort (Asplenium heterochroum)
The Bicolored Spleenwort, scientifically known as Asplenium heterochroum, is a perennial forb/herb belonging to the Aspleniaceae (Spleenwort) family.
Common Names
- Bicolored Spleenwort
- Varicolored Spleenwort
- Long Spleenwort
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Asplenium heterochroum Kunze
- Family: Aspleniaceae (Spleenwort Family)
- Kingdom: Plantae
- Taxonomic Rank: Species
- Synonyms: Asplenium muticum Gilb.
Distribution and Habitat
- The Bicolored Spleenwort is found in the United States (North Florida, South Georgia, South Alabama, South Carolina).
- It is also present in the Caribbean (Cuba, Puerto Rico, Hispaniola, Bermuda), Mexico (Chiapas, Veracruz), and Central America (Belize, Guatemala).
- One reference indicates it's terrestrial in north and central and small parts of south Florida.
Morphological Characteristics
- It is a perennial plant, described as a forb/herb.
Known Pests and Problems
- The text mentions "Known Pests and Problems for Bicolored Spleenwort Asplenium heterochroum" indicating potential issues, but without specifying the details.
Considerations for Pets and Children
- The text states "Is Bicolored Spleenwort safe for children? No Is Bicolored Spleenwort safe for dogs? No" without further elaboration.
Resources and Further Information
- Integrated Taxonomic Information System (ITIS)
- NatureServe
- Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center
- Garden Guides