Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
kitchingii
ID:
1410391

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:16. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422856

Common Names

  • Hemionitis Fern
  • Kitchingii Fern
  • Leather Fern

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Description

Hemionitis kitchingii (also called 'Kitching's Hemionitis', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to tropical Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. It has a creeping habit and grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis kitchingii has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis kitchingii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis kitchingii is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial fern native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Propagation is by division of clumps or by spores.

Where to Find Hemionitis kitchingii

Hemionitis kitchingii is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as near streams or in forests.

Hemionitis kitchingii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis kitchingii?

Hemionitis kitchingii

What is the common name of Hemionitis kitchingii?

Kitching's Fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis kitchingii?

Moist forests and woodlands

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.