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floating antlerfern
Scientific Name: Ceratopteris pteridoides
Family: Parkeriaceae
Category: Fern
Growth: Forb/herb
Duration: Annual, Perennial
Other Names:
Ceratopteris pteridoides: Floating Antler Fern
Ceratopteris pteridoides, commonly known as Floating Antler Fern, is a fascinating aquatic fern prized for its unique appearance and ease of care.
Considerations for Pets
- This plant is often found floating freely.
Considerations for Children
- This plant is often found floating freely.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Ceratopteris pteridoides (Hook.) Hieron.
- Family: Parkeriaceae (mentioned as related to Antler Fern) and Water Fern Family.
- Life: Plantae
- Synonyms:
- Ceratopteris lockhartii (Hook. & Grev.) Kze.
- Ceratopteris parkeri J. Sm.
- Perkeria pteridoides Hooker 1825
- Parkeria pteridoides
Common Names
- Floating Antler Fern
- Floating Fern
- Water Horn Fern
- Pakung-sungay (Philippines - literally 'antler fern' or 'horn fern')
Distribution and Habitat
- Native to Central America, South America, and southern North America (including Florida and Louisiana), as well as the Orient.
- Found in bogs and muddy ground.
Morphological Characteristics and Growth Habits
- A floating plant with large leaves and a distinctive appearance.
- Described as a forb/herb (a non-woody plant that is not a grass).
- Fronds can be sterile on floating plants.
- Roots are loosely rooted in the mud or floating.
Ecological Role
- Persistent floating mats can potentially degrade water quality.
- Can be invasive in some environments.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- Sometimes massed on or around logs or other floating vegetation.
Resources and Further Information
- Dave's Garden (for tips and ideas).
- Encyclopedia of Life.
- United States Department of Agriculture.