Status:
valid
Authors:
Baker
Source:
ipni
Year:
1879
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. 17: 294 (1879)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000151083
Common Names
- Horne's Maidenhair
- Horne's Adiantum
- Horne's Adiantum Fern
Description
Adiantum hornei (also called Horne's Maidenhair Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Adiantum hornei is an attractive ornamental plant that can be used to add texture and color to gardens and landscapes. It is also known to have air-purifying properties, helping to reduce the amount of airborne pollutants in the home.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Adiantum hornei has small, white flowers and small, round, black seeds. The seedlings are thin and delicate, with small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Adiantum hornei is a fern native to Thailand and is usually propagated by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a sheltered location and can tolerate temperatures as low as -5°C (23°F). It can be propagated by division in spring or by spores in spring or summer.
Where to Find Adiantum hornei
Adiantum hornei is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Malaysia, and Indonesia. It can be found in moist, shady areas and is often found in gardens and parks.
Adiantum hornei FAQ
What is the scientific name of Adiantum hornei?
Adiantum hornei
What is the common name of Adiantum hornei?
Horne's Maidenhair Fern
What type of plant is Adiantum hornei?
Fern
Species in the Adiantum genus
Adiantum viridescens,
Adiantum vivesii,
Adiantum wattii,
Adiantum alomae,
Adiantum aneitense,
Adiantum balfourii,
Adiantum bellum,
Adiantum celebicum,
Adiantum ciliatum,
Adiantum cinnamomeum,
Adiantum dioganum,
Adiantum erylliae,
Adiantum fournieri,
Adiantum fulvum,
Adiantum gingkoides,
Adiantum gomphophyllum,
Adiantum hollandiae,
Adiantum hornei,
Adiantum hosei,
Adiantum klossii,
Adiantum lamrianum,
Adiantum mariposatum,
Adiantum membranifolium,
Adiantum mindanaoense,
Adiantum monosorum,
Adiantum mynsseniae,
Adiantum neoguineense,
Adiantum novae-caledoniae,
Adiantum ovalescens,
Adiantum palaoense,
Adiantum parishii,
Adiantum proliferum,
Adiantum pulchellum,
Adiantum pulcherrimum,
Adiantum rectangulare,
Adiantum semiorbiculatum,
Adiantum serratifolium,
Adiantum siamense,
Adiantum tetragonum,
Adiantum thongthamii,
Adiantum trilobum,
Adiantum meishanianum,
Adiantum discolor,
Adiantum papillosum,
Adiantum camptorachis,
Adiantum capillus-junonis,
Adiantum caudatum,
Adiantum flabellulatum,
Adiantum monochlamys,
Adiantum pedatum,
Species in the Pteridaceae family