Status:
valid
Authors:
(Fée) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:20. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423087
Common Names
- Rediviva Hemionitis
- Rediviva Hemionitis Fern
- Rediviva Fern
Description
Hemionitis rediviva (also called Reviving Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Hemionitidaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Japan. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests and near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis rediviva is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever and malaria.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemionitis rediviva has small, white flowers with three petals and six stamens. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis rediviva is a fern native to India. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil and partial shade.
Where to Find Hemionitis rediviva
Hemionitis rediviva is native to South America and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and streambanks.
Hemionitis rediviva FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis rediviva?
Hemionitis rediviva
What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis rediviva?
Moist forests and grasslands
What is the growth rate of Hemionitis rediviva?
Slow to moderate
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