Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
alpina
ID:
1227804

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) Hook.

Source:
tro

Year:
1852

Citation Micro:
Sp. Fil. 2. 63. 1852 (1852)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001227142



Common Names

  • Hypolepis alpina
  • Alpine Hypolepis
  • Alpina Hypolepis


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Description

Hypolepis alpina (also called Hypolepis muelleri, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the Dennstaedtiaceae family. It is native to the temperate regions of Australia. It typically grows in open forests, thickets, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypolepis alpina is used as an ornamental plant and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypolepis alpina has small, yellowish-green flowers that are borne in small clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypolepis alpina is a small fern that is native to New Zealand and Australia. It is a hardy plant that can tolerate a wide range of temperatures and soil types. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is by division or spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate.

Where to Find Hypolepis alpina

Hypolepis alpina is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is commonly found growing on rocks and tree trunks in moist, shady areas.

Hypolepis alpina FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypolepis alpina?

Hypolepis alpina

What is the common name of Hypolepis alpina?

Alpine fern

What is the natural habitat of Hypolepis alpina?

High altitude, alpine areas

Species in the Hypolepis genus

Hypolepis archboldii, Hypolepis bamleriana, Hypolepis brooksiae, Hypolepis dicksonioides, Hypolepis hawaiiensis, Hypolepis hispaniolica, Hypolepis malesiana, Hypolepis millefolium, Hypolepis mitis, Hypolepis resistens, Hypolepis scabristipes, Hypolepis stolonifera, Hypolepis trichobacillifornis, Hypolepis urbani, Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula, Hypolepis trinationalis, Hypolepis krameri, Hypolepis sparsisora, Hypolepis nigrescens, Hypolepis punctata, Hypolepis repens, Hypolepis tenerrima, Hypolepis amaurorachis, Hypolepis rugosula, Hypolepis stuebelii, Hypolepis parallelogramma, Hypolepis bogotensis, Hypolepis flexuosa, Hypolepis obtusata, Hypolepis hostilis, Hypolepis melanochlaena, Hypolepis trichochlaena, Hypolepis trichobacilliformis, Hypolepis ditrichomatis, Hypolepis muelleri, Hypolepis jamaicensis, Hypolepis tenuifolia, Hypolepis grandis, Hypolepis ambigua, Hypolepis blepharochlaena, Hypolepis thysanochlaena, Hypolepis microchlaena, Hypolepis crassa, Hypolepis glabrescens, Hypolepis tenera, Hypolepis nuda, Hypolepis fimbriata, Hypolepis inermis, Hypolepis polypodioides, Hypolepis alpina,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50050720: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.