Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
lomariacea
ID:
1409802

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klotzsch) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:17. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422267

Common Names

  • Hemionitis lomariacea
  • Lomariacea Fern
  • Lomariacea Shield Fern

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Description

Hemionitis lomariacea (also called Lomariacean leatherfern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to Central and South America. It is an evergreen fern with leathery, glossy, dark green fronds that are triangular in shape and have a distinctively scalloped margin. It grows in moist, shady places, often in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis lomariacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hemionitis lomariacea 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 lomariacea is a fern native to South America. It is an easy-to-grow fern that can be propagated from spores or division. To propagate from spores, collect the spores from the underside of the fronds and sow them on a moist, sterile medium. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the rhizomes into sections, each with a few fronds. Plant the divisions in moist, well-drained soil and keep them moist until they are established.

Where to Find Hemionitis lomariacea

Hemionitis lomariacea can be found in tropical and subtropical regions, particularly in India, Southeast Asia, and parts of Africa.

Hemionitis lomariacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis lomariacea?

Hemionitis lomariacea

What type of plant is Hemionitis lomariacea?

Fern

Where is Hemionitis lomariacea found?

South America

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.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.