Status:
valid
Authors:
(Benth.) Diels
Source:
tro
Year:
1910
Citation Micro:
Pflanzenr. , IV, 94: 212 (1910)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001261755
Common Names
- Hypserpa decumbens
- Decumbens Hypserpa
- Decumbent Hypserpa
Description
Hypserpa decumbens (also called Decumbent Hypserpa, among many other common names) is an herbaceous perennial plant native to China. It has a rosette of basal leaves and a tall stem with small white flowers. It is found in moist meadows, grasslands, and along streams in its native region.
Uses & Benefits
Hypserpa decumbens is a fern that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a medicinal plant in traditional Chinese medicine.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypserpa decumbens has small, white flowers and small, dark brown seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypserpa decumbens can be propagated through seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a well-draining soil mix and kept moist. Cuttings should be taken in spring or summer and planted in a well-draining soil mix. The plant should be grown in full sun to partial shade and in temperatures between 10-25°C (50-77°F). Fertilize regularly during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.
Where to Find Hypserpa decumbens
Hypserpa decumbens is native to tropical Asia and can be found in moist forests, along roadsides, and in disturbed areas.
Species in the Hypserpa genus
Hypserpa ademae,
Hypserpa calcicola,
Hypserpa neocaledonica,
Hypserpa nitida,
Hypserpa polyandra,
Hypserpa reticulata,
Hypserpa vieillardii,
Hypserpa mackeei,
Hypserpa decumbens,
Hypserpa laurina,
Species in the Menispermaceae family
Abuta acutifolia,
Abuta antioquiana,
Abuta aristeguietae,
Abuta barbata,
Abuta brevifolia,
Abuta bullata,
Abuta candollei,
Abuta chiapasensis,
Abuta chocoensis,
Abuta colombiana,
Abuta dwyeriana,
Abuta fluminum,
Abuta grandifolia,
Abuta grisebachii,
Abuta imene,
Abuta longa,
Abuta mycetandra,
Abuta obovata,
Abuta pahni,
Abuta panamensis,
Abuta panurensis,
Abuta platyphylla,
Abuta racemosa,
Abuta rufescens,
Abuta sandwithiana,
Abuta seemannii,
Abuta selloana,
Abuta solimoesensis,
Abuta soukupii,
Abuta spicata,
Abuta steyermarkii,
Abuta vaupesensis,
Abuta velutina,
Albertisia apiculata,
Albertisia capituliflora,
Albertisia cordifolia,
Albertisia crassa,
Albertisia cuneata,
Albertisia delagoensis,
Albertisia exelliana,
Albertisia ferruginea,
Albertisia glabra,
Albertisia laurifolia,
Albertisia mangenotii,
Albertisia mecistophylla,
Albertisia megacarpa,
Albertisia papuana,
Albertisia porcata,
Albertisia puberula,
Albertisia scandens,