Hemionitis angustifrondosa - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
angustifrondosa
ID:
1409695
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Alston) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:09. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422160
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis angustifrondosa (also called Narrow-Leaved Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests, woodlands, and moist grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis angustifrondosa is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought-resistant and has a long lifespan.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemionitis angustifrondosa has small white flowers with four petals and a single style. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and a pair of opposite leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis angustifrondosa is a small, evergreen fern native to South Africa. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Hemionitis angustifrondosa
Hemionitis angustifrondosa is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.
Hemionitis angustifrondosa FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis angustifrondosa?
Hemionitis angustifrondosa
What is the common name of Hemionitis angustifrondosa?
Angustifrondose fern
Where is Hemionitis angustifrondosa found?
Hemionitis angustifrondosa is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia
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.
Arthur Hugh Garfit Alston (1902-1958): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alston' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77181996-1: Based on the initial data import