Histiopteris estipulata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
estipulata
ID:
141581
Status:
valid
Authors:
Alderw.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
Nova Guinea 14: 25 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140910
Common Names
- Histiopteris estipulata
- Stipulate Shieldfern
- Stipulate Mountain Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Histiopteris estipulata (also called Stipulate Shieldfern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Histiopteridaceae. It is native to the eastern United States, where it is found in moist woodlands and along streams. It is a perennial plant with a creeping rhizome, and it produces fronds up to 60 cm long. The fronds are bipinnate, with the leaflets being ovate to lanceolate in shape.
Uses & Benefits
Histiopteris estipulata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used to add texture and color to gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Histiopteris estipulata 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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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Histiopteris estipulata 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 estipulata
Histiopteris estipulata is native to tropical Africa.
Histiopteris estipulata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Histiopteris estipulata?
Histiopteris estipulata
What type of plant is Histiopteris estipulata?
Fern
Where does Histiopteris estipulata grow?
Woodlands and moist areas
Species in the Histiopteris genus
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,
References
Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17334230-1: Based on the initial data import