Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
chrysophylla
ID:
1409711

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:11. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422176


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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.

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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

References

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.