Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
alte-alpina
ID:
141578

Status:
valid

Authors:
Alderw.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1916

Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg II n.° 23. 13. 1916. (1916)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140907



Common Names

  • Histiopteris alte-alpina
  • Alpine Shieldfern
  • Alpine Mountain Fern


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Description

Histiopteris alte-alpina (also called Alpine Shieldfern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Histiopteridaceae. It is native to the alpine regions of Europe, where it is found in rocky crevices and on cliffs. It is a small, evergreen fern with fronds up to 15 cm long. The fronds are bipinnate, with the leaflets being ovate to lanceolate in shape.

Uses & Benefits

Histiopteris alte-alpina is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and to provide cover for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Histiopteris alte-alpina is small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown spore. The seedlings are small and have a single, long leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Histiopteris alte-alpina is a fern native to the Himalayas. It is easily propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of soils, from acidic to alkaline, and can tolerate some drought.

Where to Find Histiopteris alte-alpina

Histiopteris alte-alpina is native to the Himalayas.

Histiopteris alte-alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Histiopteris alte-alpina?

Histiopteris alte-alpina

What type of plant is Histiopteris alte-alpina?

Fern

Where does Histiopteris alte-alpina grow?

Woodlands and moist areas

Species in the Dennstaedtiaceae family

Blotiella bouxiniana, Blotiella crenata, Blotiella isaloensis, Blotiella marojejyensis, Blotiella coursii, Blotiella reducta, Blotiella glabra, Blotiella natalensis, Blotiella lindeniana, Blotiella madagascariensis, Blotiella mannii, Blotiella currorii, Blotiella pubescens, Blotiella tisserantii, Blotiella hieronymi, Blotiella sinuata, Blotiella stipitata, Blotiella trichosora, Blotiella coriacea, Blotiella confusa, Blotiella lanceifolia, Dennstaedtia ampla, Dennstaedtia canaliculata, Dennstaedtia dennstaedtioides, Dennstaedtia elmeri, Dennstaedtia fusca, Dennstaedtia glabrata, Dennstaedtia hooveri, Dennstaedtia inermis, Dennstaedtia macgregorii, Dennstaedtia magnifica, Dennstaedtia merrillii, Dennstaedtia novoguineensis, Dennstaedtia parksii, Dennstaedtia penicillifera, Dennstaedtia remota, Dennstaedtia resinifera, Dennstaedtia rufidula, Dennstaedtia samoensis, Dennstaedtia shawii, Dennstaedtia sumatrana, Dennstaedtia terminalis, Dennstaedtia williamsii, Dennstaedtia hirsuta, Dennstaedtia punctilobula, Dennstaedtia scandens, Dennstaedtia smithii, Dennstaedtia wilfordii, Dennstaedtia anthriscifolia, Dennstaedtia madagascariensis,