Hovenkampia schimperiana - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
schimperiana
ID:
1409601
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mett. ex Kuhn) Li Bing Zhang & X.M.Zhou
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2017
Citation Micro:
Molec. Phylogen. Evol. 114: 288. 2017 [1 Jul 2017] [epublished]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422066
Common Names
- Hovenkampia schimperiana
- Schimper's Hovenkampia
- Schimper's Polypody
Searching for Hovenkampia schimperiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hovenkampia schimperiana (also called 'Schimper's Hovenkampia', among many other common names) is a small fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are up to 20 cm long. It is native to Africa and is found in moist, shady habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hovenkampia schimperiana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hovenkampia schimperiana has small, yellow-green flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and green.
Searching for Hovenkampia schimperiana? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!
Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hovenkampia schimperiana is a fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures, but prefers temperatures between 65-75°F (18-24°C). It is also tolerant of drought and can be grown in containers.
Where to Find Hovenkampia schimperiana
Hovenkampia schimperiana is native to tropical Africa.
Hovenkampia schimperiana FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hovenkampia schimperiana?
Hovenkampia schimperiana
What is the common name of Hovenkampia schimperiana?
No common name
Where is Hovenkampia schimperiana found?
Tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia
Species in the Hovenkampia genus
Species in the Polypodiaceae family
Dryostichum singulare, Hovenkampia africana, Hovenkampia liebuschii, Hovenkampia schimperiana, Drynaria, Selliguea, Grammitis, Galactodenia, Dictymia, Loxogramme, Goniophlebium, Lecanopteris, Lemmaphyllum, Lepisorus, Leptochilus, Microsorum, Neocheiropteris, Phymatosorus, Podosorus, Thylacopteris, Tricholepidium, Platycerium, Pyrrosia, Campyloneurum, Microgramma, Pecluma, Phlebodium, Pleopeltis, Pleurosoriopsis, Polypodium, Serpocaulon,
References
Friedrich Adalbert Maximilian Kuhn (1842-1894): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kuhn' in the authors string.
Georg Heinrich Mettenius (1823-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mett.' in the authors string.
Li Bing Zhang (b.1966): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Li Bing Zhang' in the authors string.
Xin-Mao Zhou: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'X.M.Zhou' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77165407-1: Based on the initial data import