Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
cochisensis
ID:
1409844

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Goodd.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:11. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422309


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Description

Hemionitis cochisensis (also called Cochisensis fern, among many other common names) is a fern species in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as wet forests, stream banks, and ravines.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis cochisensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hemionitis cochisensis is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis cochisensis is a fern native to Brazil. It is a terrestrial species that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a sheltered location.

Where to Find Hemionitis cochisensis

Hemionitis cochisensis is native to South America and is found in the Andes Mountains of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.

Hemionitis cochisensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis cochisensis?

Hemionitis cochisensis

What is the common name of Hemionitis cochisensis?

Cochise fern

What is the habitat of Hemionitis cochisensis?

Moist woods, thickets, and stream banks

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.
Leslie Newton Goodding (1880-1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Goodd.' in the authors string.