Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
surinamensis
ID:
1410333

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Yesilyurt) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:21. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422798

Common Names

  • Hemionitis surinamensis
  • Surinam Hemionitis
  • Surinam Horsetail Fern

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Description

Hemionitis surinamensis (also called Surinam Bladderfern, among many other common names) is a terrestrial fern with small, fan-shaped fronds. It is native to tropical regions of the Americas, and is commonly found in moist, shady areas such as swamps, marshes, and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis surinamensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens, as it has attractive foliage and is easy to grow. It can also be used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis surinamensis has small, yellow-green flowers and produces small, dark brown seeds. Its seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon and a pair of small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis surinamensis is a tropical fern that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation can be done by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C.

Where to Find Hemionitis surinamensis

Hemionitis surinamensis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Hemionitis surinamensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis surinamensis?

Hemionitis surinamensis

What is the common name of Hemionitis surinamensis?

Surinamensis Hemionitis

What is the family of Hemionitis surinamensis?

Polypodiaceae

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.
Jovita Cislinski Yesilyurt: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Yesilyurt' in the authors string.