Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
clevelandii
ID:
1410491

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.C.Eaton) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:11. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422956

Common Names

  • Cleveland's Lipfern
  • Cleveland's Hemionitis
  • Lipfern

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Description

Hemionitis clevelandii (also called Cleveland's Lipfern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to tropical regions of South America. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants, and is typically found in humid, tropical forests. It has a creeping rhizome and long, lance-shaped fronds with a distinct midrib and a rounded tip.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis clevelandii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis clevelandii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis clevelandii is a fern that can be propagated by division or spores. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.

Where to Find Hemionitis clevelandii

Hemionitis clevelandii can be found in the Himalayas, India, and Nepal.

Hemionitis clevelandii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis clevelandii?

Hemionitis clevelandii

What is the common name of Hemionitis clevelandii?

Cleveland's Hemionitis

What type of plant is Hemionitis clevelandii?

Fern

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.
Daniel Cady Eaton (1834-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Eaton' in the authors string.