Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
yorii
ID:
1410461

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:23. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422926

Common Names

  • Hemionitis Yorii
  • Yori's Fern
  • Yorii Fern

Searching for Hemionitis yorii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Description

Hemionitis yorii (also called Yorii's fern, among many other common names) is a small fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are up to 15 cm long. It is native to Japan and Taiwan and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis yorii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to provide groundcover in shady areas and can be used to prevent soil erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hemionitis yorii are small and white, with six petals. The seeds are small, black, and heart-shaped in shape. The seedlings are thin and delicate.

Searching for Hemionitis yorii? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis yorii is a fern native to the eastern United States and Canada. It prefers moist, shady areas and can tolerate a wide range of soil types. Propagation is best done by division in the spring or fall. The rhizomes can be divided and planted directly into the soil or potted up for later transplanting.

Where to Find Hemionitis yorii

Hemionitis yorii can be found in South America

Hemionitis yorii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis yorii?

Hemionitis yorii

What is the common name of Hemionitis yorii?

Yorii's Hemionitis

What is the habitat of Hemionitis yorii?

Moist woods, thickets, and stream banks

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.