Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Lamiales
Genus:
Species:
longiflora
ID:
1322147

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hochst. ex Benth.) A.Fleischm. & Heubl

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Taxon 61: 1281 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001334601



Common Names

  • Hedbergia Longiflora
  • Longiflora Hedbergia
  • Hedbergia


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Description

Hedbergia longiflora (also called Hedbergia longiflora, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to tropical regions of the world. It is typically found in humid forests, at altitudes of up to 1000 m. It has a creeping growth habit and can reach up to 30 cm in height. Its leaves are pinnate and green, and its spores are brown.

Uses & Benefits

Hedbergia longiflora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and skin diseases.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Hedbergia longiflora sub. macrophylla (Hedberg) A.Fleischm. & Heubl
Hedbergia longiflora sub. longiflora

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hedbergia longiflora has yellow flowers with five petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green with a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hedbergia longiflora is a perennial plant native to Iran. It can be propagated by division of the rootstock or by seed. The rootstock should be divided in late summer or early autumn. Seeds should be sown in a well-drained, sandy mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seedlings should be potted up when they are large enough to handle.

Where to Find Hedbergia longiflora

Hedbergia longiflora is native to the Mediterranean region, where it can be found in moist woodlands and forests.

Hedbergia longiflora FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hedbergia longiflora?

Hedbergia longiflora

What is the natural habitat of Hedbergia longiflora?

Hedbergia longiflora is native to the Mediterranean region.

What are the care requirements for Hedbergia longiflora?

Hedbergia longiflora requires moderate humidity, warm temperatures, and bright indirect light.

Species in the Hedbergia genus

Species in the Orobanchaceae family

Aeginetia indica, Aeginetia mirabilis, Aeginetia mpomii, Aeginetia selebica, Aeginetia sessilis, Aeginetia sinensis, Aeginetia flava, Aeginetia acaulis, Agalinis angustifolia, Agalinis aphylla, Agalinis aspera, Agalinis auriculata, Agalinis bandeirensis, Agalinis bangii, Agalinis brachyphylla, Agalinis calycina, Agalinis chaparensis, Agalinis communis, Agalinis decemloba, Agalinis densiflora, Agalinis digitalis, Agalinis divaricata, Agalinis edwardsiana, Agalinis fasciculata, Agalinis fiebrigii, Agalinis filicaulis, Agalinis filifolia, Agalinis gattingeri, Agalinis genistifolia, Agalinis gypsophila, Agalinis heterophylla, Agalinis homalantha, Agalinis humilis, Agalinis itambensis, Agalinis kingsii, Agalinis lanceolata, Agalinis laxa, Agalinis linarioides, Agalinis linifolia, Agalinis maritima, Agalinis megalantha, Agalinis meyeniana, Agalinis nana, Agalinis navasotensis, Agalinis neoscotica, Agalinis obtusifolia, Agalinis oligophylla, Agalinis peduncularis, Agalinis pennellii, Agalinis plukenetii,

References

Christian Ferdinand Friedrich Hochstetter (1787-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hochst.' in the authors string.
George Bentham (1800-1884): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Benth.' in the authors string.
Andreas Fleischmann (b.1980): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Fleischm.' in the authors string.
Günther Heubl (b.1952): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Heubl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77124124-1: Govaerts R (ed.). 2023. WCVP: World Checklist of Vascular Plants [Version 11]. Facilitated by the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew. [WWW document] URL http://sftp.kew.org/pub/data-repositories/WCVP/ [accessed 20 April 2023].