Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
doniana
ID:
1266144

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mett. ex Hieron.) E.H.Crane

Source:
tro

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 22: 514 (1997 publ. 1998)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265482

Common Names

  • Haplopteris doniana
  • Don's Haplopteris
  • Doniana Haplopteris

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Description

Haplopteris doniana (also called Don's Haplopteris, among many other common names) is a large fern native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa and the Americas. It has an upright growth habit and its fronds are alternate, pinnate, and serrate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and is often found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Haplopteris doniana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Haplopteris doniana has small, white flowers with a yellow center. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Haplopteris doniana is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate some light frost.

Where to Find Haplopteris doniana

Haplopteris doniana can be found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Haplopteris doniana FAQ

What are the common names of Haplopteris doniana?

Don's fern

What is the natural habitat of Haplopteris doniana?

It is native to tropical rainforests in India, Sri Lanka, and the Andaman Islands

What is the ideal temperature for Haplopteris doniana?

It prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C)

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50217726: Based on the initial data import
Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Georg Heinrich Mettenius (1823-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mett.' in the authors string.
Edmund H. Crane: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.H.Crane' in the authors string.