Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
rubiginosopilosula
ID:
158404

Status:
valid

Authors:
Lellinger

Source:
ipni

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 93(3): 147 (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157733



Common Names

  • Hypolepis Rubiginosopilosula
  • Rubiginosopilosula Hypolepis
  • Hypolepis


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Description

Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula (also called Rusty-scaled Hypolepis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, perennial fern that grows up to 1 m tall. Its fronds are pinnate, with entire margins and a pointed tip. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, and is found in moist forests and wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula is a perennial fern native to India. It is easy to propagate from spores taken in the spring or summer. The spores should be sown on a potting mix and kept moist until they have germinated and can be transplanted into the garden. Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula prefers a shady location and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not overly saturated.

Where to Find Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula

Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in areas with high humidity and plenty of rainfall.

Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula?

Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula

What is the common name of Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula?

Rusty-haired Hypolepis

What type of plant is Hypolepis rubiginosopilosula?

Fern

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,

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