Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:11. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422176
Description
Hemionitis chrysophylla (also called 'Golden Net-vein Fern' and 'Golden 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 chrysophylla 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
The flower of Hemionitis chrysophylla is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white center. The seedlings are small, green, and have a white center.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis chrysophylla is a fern that can be propagated from spores. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It can also be propagated from division of the rhizome.
Where to Find Hemionitis chrysophylla
Hemionitis chrysophylla is found in India.
Hemionitis chrysophylla FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis chrysophylla?
Hemionitis chrysophylla
What type of plant is Hemionitis chrysophylla?
Fern
What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis chrysophylla?
Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests
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