Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
pinnatifida
ID:
1227339

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.C.Moran & B.Øllg.

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 15: 180, fig (1995)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226677



Common Names

  • Hecistopteris pinnatifida
  • Pinnatifida Hecistopteris
  • Pinnatifida Water Fern


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Description

Hecistopteris pinnatifida (also called Pinnatifid Hecistopteris, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Thelypteridaceae family. It is native to tropical Africa, and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hecistopteris pinnatifida is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hecistopteris pinnatifida has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. Its seeds are tiny and brown, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hecistopteris pinnatifida is a species of fern in the Thelypteridaceae family. It is native to China, where it grows in moist, shady forests. It is an evergreen fern that can reach up to 1 meter in height. It has glossy, dark green fronds and is best grown in a sheltered spot in partial shade, in moist, well-drained, acidic soil. Propagation is by spores or division.

Where to Find Hecistopteris pinnatifida

Hecistopteris pinnatifida can be found in Central and South America.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50049358: Based on the initial data import
Robbin C. Moran (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Moran' in the authors string.
Benjamin Øllgaard (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Øllg.' in the authors string.