Genus Arthropteris (Noun)
Meaning
Tropical and subtropical Old World epiphytic or lithophytic ferns.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Arthropteris is a group of tropical and subtropical Old World epiphytic or lithophytic ferns that are commonly found in Australia and Southeast Asia.
- Arthropteris species are characterized by their distinctive rhizomes and fronds that are typically lance-shaped and leathery in texture.
- In the tropical forests of Queensland, the genus Arthropteris is represented by several species that thrive on tree trunks and branches.
- The genus Arthropteris is often confused with the genus Oleandra, but can be distinguished by its unique combination of rhizome and frond characteristics.
- Some species of the genus Arthropteris have been used in traditional medicine for centuries, particularly in China and India, where they are valued for their supposed anti-inflammatory properties.