Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
herbacea
ID:
141583

Status:
valid

Authors:
Copel.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1936

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 60: 110. t. 18 (1936)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140912



Common Names

  • Herbaceous Shield Fern
  • Herbaceous Lace Fern
  • Herbaceous Fern


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Description

Histiopteris herbacea (also called Herbaceous 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 herbacea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for erosion control and ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Histiopteris herbacea has small, yellowish-green flowers, and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Histiopteris herbacea 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 herbacea

Histiopteris herbacea is native to tropical regions of Asia, including India, Myanmar, Thailand, and Vietnam.

Histiopteris herbacea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Histiopteris herbacea?

Histiopteris herbacea

What type of plant is Histiopteris herbacea?

Fern

Where does Histiopteris herbacea 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,