Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
cuspidata
ID:
1410468

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Copel.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:12. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422933

Common Names

  • Hemionitis Cuspidata
  • Cuspidata Fern
  • Cuspidata Hemionitis

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Description

Hemionitis cuspidata (also called Cuspidate 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 cuspidata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover in landscaping. It is also used to help control soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis cuspidata 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 cuspidata is a fern native to the eastern United States and Canada. It prefers moist, shady areas and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. The rhizomes can be divided and planted directly into the soil or potted up for later transplanting.

Where to Find Hemionitis cuspidata

Hemionitis cuspidata can be found in South America

Hemionitis cuspidata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis cuspidata?

Hemionitis cuspidata

What is the common name of Hemionitis cuspidata?

Cuspidate Hemionitis

What is the habitat of Hemionitis cuspidata?

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.
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.