Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Schizaeales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
karwinskyana
ID:
1107859

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Presl) Prantl

Source:
tro

Year:
1881

Citation Micro:
Unters. Morph. Gefasskrypt. 2: 99. 1881 [Oct 1881]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107197



Common Names

  • Karwinsky's Anemia
  • Karwinsky's Bloodleaf
  • Karwinsky's Spiderwort


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Description

Anemia karwinskyana (also called Karwinsky's 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 karwinskyana is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is often used in terrariums and dish gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anemia karwinskyana 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.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anemia karwinskyana 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 karwinskyana

Anemia karwinskyana 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,

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26600019: Based on the initial data import
Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
Karl Anton Eugen Prantl (1849-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prantl' in the authors string.