Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxon
Source:
tro
Year:
1909
Citation Micro:
N. Amer. Fl. 16(1): 44. 1909 [6 Nov 1909]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107196
Common Names
- Jalisco Anemia
- Jalisco Bloodleaf
- Jalisco Spiderwort
Description
Anemia jaliscana (also called Jalisco Anemia, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to the Caribbean, Central and South America. It has small, rounded fronds and is often found in moist, shady areas.
Uses & Benefits
Anemia jaliscana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is often used in terrariums and dish gardens.
Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species
Anemia jaliscana var. integrifolia Mickel
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Anemia jaliscana has small white flowers that appear in spring and summer. The seeds are small and brown and are dispersed by wind. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Anemia jaliscana is a hardy evergreen fern that is native to tropical regions. It is easy to propagate from spores and can be grown in containers or in the ground. It prefers a well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate temperatures down to -5°C (23°F). It is best to water it regularly during the growing season and keep the soil slightly moist. It can be propagated by division or by taking cuttings.
Where to Find Anemia jaliscana
Anemia jaliscana can be found in Mexico.
Species in the Anemiaceae family
Anemia abbottii,
Anemia blackii,
Anemia candidoi,
Anemia damazii,
Anemia dardanoi,
Anemia dentata,
Anemia diversifolia,
Anemia duartei,
Anemia hatschbachii,
Anemia lancea,
Anemia laxa,
Anemia mirabilis,
Anemia nervosa,
Anemia pallida,
Anemia pulchra,
Anemia retroflexa,
Anemia trichorhiza,
Anemia tripinnata,
Anemia ulbrichtii,
Anemia ulei,
Anemia warmingii,
Anemia barbatula,
Anemia intermedia,
Anemia tenella,
Anemia espiritosantensis,
Anemia luetzelburgii,
Anemia caffrorum,
Anemia marginalis,
Anemia mohriana,
Anemia nudiuscula,
Anemia saxatilis,
Anemia vestita,
Anemia lepigera,
Anemia affinis,
Anemia hirsuta,
Anemia jaliscana,
Anemia karwinskyana,
Anemia multiplex,
Anemia munchii,
Anemia oblongifolia,
Anemia pastinacaria,
Anemia phyllitidis,
Anemia semihirsuta,
Anemia tomentosa,
Anemia paraphyllitidis,
Anemia recondita,
Anemia lanipes,
Anemia schimperiana,
Anemia madagascariensis,
Anemia perrieriana,