Hypolepis hispaniolica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
hispaniolica
ID:
141620
Status:
valid
Authors:
Maxon
Source:
ipni
Year:
1924
Citation Micro:
J. Washington Acad. Sci. 14: 88 (1924)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140949
Common Names
- Hispaniolan Hypolepis
- Hypolepis hispaniolica
- Tall Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hypolepis hispaniolica (also called Hispaniolan Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Hispaniola. It grows in moist, shady places, often in montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hypolepis hispaniolica 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 Hypolepis hispaniolica is a small, white, star-shaped flower. The seed of this plant is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are thin, light green stems with small, light green leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hypolepis hispaniolica is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers a moist, shady environment and can tolerate full sun. The soil should be well-draining and slightly acidic. It can be propagated by division in spring or early summer.
Where to Find Hypolepis hispaniolica
Hypolepis hispaniolica is native to the Caribbean Islands. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Hypolepis hispaniolica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypolepis hispaniolica?
Hypolepis hispaniolica
What type of plant is Hypolepis hispaniolica?
Fern
Where does Hypolepis hispaniolica grow?
Woodlands and moist 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
William Ralph Maxon (1877-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxon' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:126578-2: Based on the initial data import