Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
spiculata
ID:
1410512

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mickel) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:21. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422977

Common Names

  • Spiculata Hemionitis
  • Spiculata Lipfern
  • Hemionitis Spiculata

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Description

Hemionitis spiculata (also called spiculate heart-fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, along streams, and in moist meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis spiculata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis spiculata has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin, light green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis spiculata is a tropical fern that prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun, but will need more frequent watering in this situation. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores.

Where to Find Hemionitis spiculata

Hemionitis spiculata is native to India, Sri Lanka, and the Himalayas.

Hemionitis spiculata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis spiculata?

Hemionitis spiculata

What type of plant is Hemionitis spiculata?

Fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis spiculata?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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.
John Thomas Mickel (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mickel' in the authors string.