Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
galapagensis
ID:
1333032

Status:
valid

Authors:
Schwartsb. & J.Prado

Source:
ipni

Year:
2015

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 105(4): 298 (2015)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001345486



Common Names

  • Hypolepis galapagensis
  • Galapagensis Hypolepis
  • Galapagensis Fern


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Description

Hypolepis galapagensis (also called Galapagos fern, among many other common names) is a perennial fern native to the Galapagos Islands. It has triangular fronds and small, yellow-green spores. It is found in moist forests and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypolepis galapagensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypolepis galapagensis has small, white flowers with a yellowish-green center. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and thin with dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypolepis galapagensis can be propagated by seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy soil and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken from healthy plants and rooted in a well-drained, sandy soil. Keep the soil moist and provide adequate light for the cuttings to root.

Where to Find Hypolepis galapagensis

Hypolepis galapagensis can be found in the Galapagos Islands.

Hypolepis galapagensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypolepis galapagensis?

Hypolepis galapagensis

What is the family of Hypolepis galapagensis?

Dennstaedtiaceae

What is the natural habitat of Hypolepis galapagensis?

Tropical and subtropical forests

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

Jefferson Prado (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Prado' in the authors string.
Pedro Bond Schwartsburd (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Schwartsb.' in the authors string.