Hemionitis nana - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
nana
ID:
1409760
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:18. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422225
Common Names
- Nana Fern
- Nana Hemionitis
- Hemionitis nana
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis nana (also called H. nana, among many other common names) is a fern species native to tropical regions of South America. It is a small, evergreen fern with lanceolate fronds and a creeping rhizome. It is found in moist, shady locations and is often seen growing in rock crevices and on tree trunks.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis nana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It has a low-growing habit and is often used as a groundcover. It is also used to stabilize soil in areas prone to erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemionitis nana is small and yellow, with a white center. The seed is round and black. The seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis nana is a tropical fern native to Madagascar. It is an evergreen, clump-forming fern with leathery, glossy, dark green fronds. It is easy to propagate by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist.
Where to Find Hemionitis nana
Hemionitis nana is native to South America and can be found in the Amazon rainforest.
Hemionitis nana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis nana?
Hemionitis nana
What is the common name of Hemionitis nana?
Dwarf fern
What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis nana?
Tropical rainforests
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.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182068-1: Based on the initial data import