Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Schizaeales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
semihirsuta
ID:
1107865

Status:
valid

Authors:
Mickel

Source:
tro

Year:
1982

Citation Micro:
Brittonia 34(4): 410 (-411), fig. 1982 [17 Dec 1982]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107203



Common Names

  • Semihirsuta Anemia
  • Semihirsuta Bloodleaf
  • Semihirsuta Spiderwort


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Description

Anemia semihirsuta (also called Semi-hairy 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 semihirsuta is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and is often used in terrariums and dish gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Anemia semihirsuta has small, white flowers with four petals and yellow anthers. The seeds are small, brown and oblong in shape. The seedlings are small and delicate with long, thin stems and small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Anemia semihirsuta 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 semihirsuta

Anemia semihirsuta 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