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Sol-ip-ran (Whisk Fern)

Psilotum nudum

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in moist, shaded forest floors and tropical canopies.

Widely distributed across Africa (Guinea), Asia (Maldives, Taiwan), North America (Cuba), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇬🇳 Guinea 🇨🇺 Cuba 🇨🇴 Colombia 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇲🇻 Maldives

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Names in Other Languages

Korean Sol-ip-ran
Spanish helecho escoba

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식물
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Tracheophyta
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고사리강
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Psilotales
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Psilotaceae
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Psilotum
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sol-ip-ran?
The scientific name of Sol-ip-ran is Psilotum nudum. It belongs to the genus Psilotum.
What is the conservation status of Sol-ip-ran?
Sol-ip-ran (Psilotum nudum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Sol-ip-ran live?
Sol-ip-ran is found in Widely distributed across Africa (Guinea), Asia (Maldives, Taiwan), North America (Cuba), and South America (Brazil, Colombia).. Countries include Brazil, Colombia, Cuba, Guinea, Maldives, Taiwan.
What family does Sol-ip-ran belong to?
Sol-ip-ran (Psilotum nudum) belongs to the genus Psilotum, which is part of the taxonomic family Psilotaceae.
Is Sol-ip-ran endangered?
No, Sol-ip-ran (Psilotum nudum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Sol-ip-ran belong to?
Sol-ip-ran (Psilotum nudum) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (식물).

Native Range — 6 Countries

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Genus Psilotum — 1 Species

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Sol-ip-ran
Psilotum nudum
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