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Asplenium ×heteroresiliens

Scientific Name: Asplenium ×heteroresiliens

Family: Aspleniaceae

Category: Fern

Growth: Forb/herb

Duration: Perennial

Other Names: GA (Wagner spleenwort), NC (Carolina spleenwort)

       

Asplenium heteroresiliens

Asplenium heteroresiliens, commonly known as Carolina spleenwort, Wagner's spleenwort, or Morzenti's spleenwort, is a fascinating fern in the spleenwort family (Aspleniaceae).

Taxonomy and Nomenclature

  • Scientific Name: Asplenium heteroresiliens W.H. Wagner
  • Family: Aspleniaceae (Spleenwort Family)
  • Synonyms: The text mentions that Asplenium heteroresiliens is sometimes considered a synonym for Asplenium x heteroresiliens. Other potential synonyms from the text include:
    • Asplenium abscissum
    • Asplenium platyneuron
    • Asplenium heterochroum
    • Asplenium xheteroresiliens
  • Taxonomic Serial Number (TSN): 17347 (for Asplenium x heteroresiliens)

Distribution and Habitat

Asplenium heteroresiliens is native to specific regions, including:

  • North Carolina, where its endangered status is a concern.
  • Georgia, specifically the Oaky Woods Wildlife Management Area in Houston County.
  • Florida, as documented by the Florida Natural Areas Inventory.
  • Specific locations such as Butlers Creek ravines and Curry Hill.

Ecological Role

The text indicates that Asplenium heteroresiliens is an endangered species in some areas, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts and propagation to ensure its survival.

Morphological Characteristics

  • The leaves of Asplenium x heteroresiliens are described as basal and evergreen.
  • It is also referred to as "SINGLE-SORUS SPLEENWORT."

Genetic Information

  • Cytological data supports the classification of Asplenium heteroresiliens as a 5x species.
  • The chromosome number for Asplenium heteroresiliens is noted as n=90, while Asplenium heterochroum has n=72.

Interactions with Other Organisms

Asplenium heteroresiliens is sometimes found growing alongside the Venus flytrap (Dionaea muscipula) in certain habitats.

Further Information

Further information about Asplenium heteroresiliens can be found at:

  • The Plant List
  • IPNI (International Plant Names Index)
  • Australian Plant Name Index
  • NYBG (New York Botanical Garden) Virtual Herbarium
  • Discover Life
  • Encyclopedia of Life
  • Florida Natural Areas Inventory
  • North Carolina Natural Heritage Program