Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Fabales
Family:
Species:
juanhintonianum
ID:
1043618

Status:
valid

Authors:
(B.L.Turner) B.L.Turner

Source:
tro

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Phytoneuron2012-3: 1 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001042956

Common Names

  • Dermatophyllum juanhintonianum
  • Juanhintonianum dermatophyllum
  • Juanhintonianum leatherleaf

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Description

Dermatophyllum juanhintonianum (also called 'Juan Hinton's Dermatophyllum', among many other common names) is a perennial herb native to Mexico. It has a rosette of spiny leaves and a tall, branched stem. It grows in grasslands, meadows, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Dermatophyllum juanhintonianum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a source of nectar for bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Dermatophyllum juanhintonianum is a small, yellow, star-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, with a single pair of cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Dermatophyllum juanhintonianum is a species of fern native to Central America. It is an evergreen fern, meaning it will remain green year-round. It prefers moist, shady locations and can be propagated by division or spores. The spores can be collected in the summer and sown on a moist, sterile medium.

Where to Find Dermatophyllum juanhintonianum

Dermatophyllum juanhintonianum is native to the Caribbean islands and is found in dry forests and woodlands.

Species in the Fabaceae family