Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
allosuroides
ID:
1409674

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mett.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:09. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422139

Common Names

  • Hemionitis allosuroides
  • Allosuroides Hemionitis
  • Hemionitis Allosurus-Like

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Description

Hemionitis allosuroides (also called 'Allosuroides Net-vein Fern' and 'Allosuroides Net-vein', among many other common names) is a small fern with a creeping rhizome and simple, ovate to lanceolate fronds. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis allosuroides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hemionitis allosuroides is small and yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis allosuroides is a small fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 5-9.

Where to Find Hemionitis allosuroides

Hemionitis allosuroides is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.

Hemionitis allosuroides FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis allosuroides?

Hemionitis allosuroides

What is the common name of Hemionitis allosuroides?

Allosuroides fern

Where is Hemionitis allosuroides native to?

South America

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.