Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Laurales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hongkongensis
ID:
1285491

Status:
valid

Authors:
(N.H.Xia, Y.F.Deng & K.L.Yip) J.Li, N.H.Xia & H.W.Li

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Novon 18: 200 (2008)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001284829

Common Names

  • Hongkongensis Sinopora
  • Sinopora Hongkongensis
  • Hongkongensis Sinopora

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Description

Sinopora hongkongensis (also called Hong Kong Sinopora, among many other common names) is a fern native to East Asia. It has a fan-shaped frond and is found in moist, shady areas such as woodlands and swamps.

Uses & Benefits

Sinopora hongkongensis is a popular ornamental plant, used for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Sinopora hongkongensis has small, white flowers with yellow centres and small, black seeds. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Sinopora hongkongensis is a species of flowering plant native to China. It is a fast-growing, annual plant that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and full sun. Propagation is best done by seed sowing in spring or summer. It can also be propagated from cuttings.

Where to Find Sinopora hongkongensis

Sinopora hongkongensis is native to China, Taiwan, and Hong Kong. It is typically found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Sinopora hongkongensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Sinopora hongkongensis?

Sinopora hongkongensis

What is the common name of Sinopora hongkongensis?

Hong Kong Sinopora

What is the natural habitat of Sinopora hongkongensis?

It is native to China and is found in moist, shady areas

Species in the Sinopora genus

Species in the Lauraceae family

Actinodaphne acuminata, Actinodaphne albifrons, Actinodaphne amabilis, Actinodaphne ambigua, Actinodaphne archboldiana, Actinodaphne areolata, Actinodaphne bicolor, Actinodaphne borneensis, Actinodaphne bourdillonii, Actinodaphne bourneae, Actinodaphne brassii, Actinodaphne caesia, Actinodaphne campanulata, Actinodaphne candolleana, Actinodaphne celebica, Actinodaphne cinerea, Actinodaphne concinna, Actinodaphne concolor, Actinodaphne corymbosa, Actinodaphne crassa, Actinodaphne cupularis, Actinodaphne diversifolia, Actinodaphne dolichophylla, Actinodaphne elegans, Actinodaphne ellipticibacca, Actinodaphne engleriana, Actinodaphne ferruginea, Actinodaphne forrestii, Actinodaphne fragilis, Actinodaphne fuliginosa, Actinodaphne furfuracea, Actinodaphne glabra, Actinodaphne glauca, Actinodaphne glaucina, Actinodaphne glomerata, Actinodaphne gracilis, Actinodaphne henryi, Actinodaphne hirsuta, Actinodaphne hypoleucophylla, Actinodaphne javanica, Actinodaphne johorensis, Actinodaphne kinabaluensis, Actinodaphne koshepangii, Actinodaphne kostermansii, Actinodaphne kweichowensis, Actinodaphne lanata, Actinodaphne lanceolata, Actinodaphne latifolia, Actinodaphne lawsonii, Actinodaphne lecomtei,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50325338: Based on the initial data import
Yun Fei Deng: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Y.F.Deng' in the authors string.
Li Xi-wen (b.1931): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'H.W.Li' in the authors string.
Jie Li (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Li' in the authors string.
Nian He Xia (b.1963): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'N.H.Xia' in the authors string.
Kwok Leung Yip: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.L.Yip' in the authors string.