Tmesipteris horomaka - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Psilotales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
horomaka
ID:
1319218
Status:
valid
Authors:
Perrie, Brownsey & Lovis
Source:
ipni
Year:
2010
Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 48(1): 27 (15-29; figs.) (2010)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001331672
Common Names
- Tmesipteris horomaka
- Horomaka Tmesipteris
- Tmesipteris horomak
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Tmesipteris horomaka (also called Horomaka tmesipteris, among many other common names) is a small, fern-like plant with thin, grass-like leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and is found in dry, rocky habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Tmesipteris horomaka is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks and is also used medicinally to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Tmesipteris horomaka is small and white, and it produces small, black seeds. The seedlings are usually green in color and have a single, long stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Tmesipteris horomaka is a perennial plant that can be propagated by division or cuttings. It should be planted in well-draining soil in a sunny location. Water regularly and fertilize in the spring and summer.
Where to Find Tmesipteris horomaka
Tmesipteris horomaka can be found in the Horomaka Mountains of New Zealand.
Tmesipteris horomaka FAQ
What is the scientific name of Tmesipteris horomaka?
Tmesipteris horomaka
What is the common name of Tmesipteris horomaka?
Horomaka
What is the family of Tmesipteris horomaka?
Psilotaceae
Species in the Tmesipteris genus
Tmesipteris sigmatifolia, Tmesipteris lanceolata, Tmesipteris oblongifolia, Tmesipteris vanuatensis, Tmesipteris vieillardii, Tmesipteris tannensis, Tmesipteris ovata, Tmesipteris parva, Tmesipteris truncata, Tmesipteris solomonensis, Tmesipteris norfolkensis, Tmesipteris zamorarum, Tmesipteris gracilis, Tmesipteris horomaka, Tmesipteris elongata,
Species in the Psilotaceae family
Psilotum nudum, Psilotum complanatum, Psilotum intermedium, Tmesipteris sigmatifolia, Tmesipteris lanceolata, Tmesipteris oblongifolia, Tmesipteris vanuatensis, Tmesipteris vieillardii, Tmesipteris tannensis, Tmesipteris ovata, Tmesipteris parva, Tmesipteris truncata, Tmesipteris solomonensis, Tmesipteris norfolkensis, Tmesipteris zamorarum, Tmesipteris gracilis, Tmesipteris horomaka, Tmesipteris elongata,
References
Patrick John Brownsey (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brownsey' in the authors string.
Leon Richard Perrie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perrie' in the authors string.
John Donald Lovis (1930-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lovis' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77105189-1: Based on the initial data import