Hemionitis affinis - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
affinis
ID:
1409860
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mett.) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:09. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422325
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis affinis (also called Affinis fern, among many other common names) is a fern species in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as wet forests, stream banks, and ravines.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis affinis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemionitis affinis is small and white. Its seeds are brown and round. The seedlings are green and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis affinis can be propagated by division or by seed. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial to full shade. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate some drought once established.
Where to Find Hemionitis affinis
Hemionitis affinis is native to tropical regions of South America, including Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Hemionitis affinis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis affinis?
Hemionitis affinis
What is the common name of Hemionitis affinis?
Affinis Hemionitis
Where is Hemionitis affinis found?
It is found in India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar
Species in the Hemionitis genus
Hemionitis aureonitens, Hemionitis palmata, Hemionitis pedata, Hemionitis pinnatifida, Hemionitis tomentosa, Hemionitis rufa, Hemionitis levyi, Hemionitis subcordata, Hemionitis cordata, Hemionitis vestita, Hemionitis hederifolia, Hemionitis smithii, Hemionitis bipinnata, Hemionitis distans, Hemionitis venusta, Hemionitis monticola, Hemionitis formosa, Hemionitis andromedifolia, Hemionitis adiantoides, Hemionitis angustata, Hemionitis aemula, Hemionitis angelica, Hemionitis apparicioi, Hemionitis anceps, Hemionitis arequipensis, Hemionitis allosuroides, Hemionitis auryn, Hemionitis albomarginata, Hemionitis alleniae, Hemionitis angustifolia, Hemionitis angolensis, Hemionitis apiacea, Hemionitis aliena, Hemionitis achariorum, Hemionitis atropurpurea, Hemionitis albofusca, Hemionitis crassifolia, Hemionitis angustifrondosa, Hemionitis cymbiformis, Hemionitis delavayi, Hemionitis adornata, Hemionitis dichotoma, Hemionitis krameri, Hemionitis bicolor, Hemionitis drakeana, Hemionitis glauca, Hemionitis dinteri, Hemionitis falkor, Hemionitis dactylifera, Hemionitis hykrionii,
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Georg Heinrich Mettenius (1823-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mett.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182163-1: Based on the initial data import