Hookeria magellanica - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Hypnanae
Order:
Hookeriales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
magellanica
ID:
1184440
Status:
valid
Authors:
(P. Beauv.) Arn.
Source:
tro
Year:
1827
Citation Micro:
Mém. Soc. Linn. Paris 5: 298 1827
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001183778
Common Names
- Hookeria Magellanica
- Magellanic Hookeria
- Magellanic Hook Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesUses & Benefits
Hookeria magellanica is a species of ferns in the family Hookeriaceae. It is used as an ornamental plant in landscaping and as a ground cover.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hookeria magellanica is a small, white, bell-shaped flower with six petals and a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a hard outer coat. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, thin stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hookeria magellanica can be cultivated and propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided in early spring or late summer. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in spring and kept moist. The seedlings should be transplanted when they are large enough to handle.
Where to Find Hookeria magellanica
Hookeria magellanica can be found in the tropical regions of Central and South America.
Hookeria magellanica FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hookeria magellanica?
Hookeria magellanica
What type of plant is Hookeria magellanica?
Hookeria magellanica is a species of moss.
Where is Hookeria magellanica found?
Hookeria magellanica is found in the Southern Hemisphere, including parts of South America, Africa, and Australia.
Species in the Hookeriaceae family
Crossomitrium acuminatum, Crossomitrium epiphyllum, Crossomitrium goebelii, Crossomitrium patrisiae, Crossomitrium phragmidiaceum, Crossomitrium saprophilum, Crossomitrium scabrisetum, Crossomitrium tenellum, Crossomitrium wallisii, Crossomitrium rotundifolium, Hookeria acutifolia, Hookeria commutata, Hookeria contracta, Hookeria dussii, Hookeria janeirensis, Hookeria lucens, Hookeria magellanica, Hookeria orbignyana, Hookeria splachnifolia, Hookeria uliginosa, Hookeria viridula, Hookeria perrinii, Pterygophyllum chonoticum, Pterygophyllum fragile, Pterygophyllum sublimbatum,
References
Palisot de Beauvois (1752-1820): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.Beauv.' in the authors string.
George Arnott Walker-Arnott (1799-1868): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Arn.' in the authors string.
The Bryophyte Nomenclator: Based on data supplied by Bryonames
Tropicos record: 35163654: Based on data supplied by Bryonames