Hemionitis aconitifolia - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aconitifolia
ID:
1409843
Status:
valid
Authors:
Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:07. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422308
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis aconitifolia (also called Aconitifolia fern, among many other common names) is a fern species in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, India, China, and Southeast Asia. It grows in moist, shady habitats such as wet forests, stream banks, and ravines.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis aconitifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemionitis aconitifolia is white and bell-shaped. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis aconitifolia is a fern native to Brazil. It is a terrestrial species that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a container or in a sheltered location.
Where to Find Hemionitis aconitifolia
Hemionitis aconitifolia can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.
Hemionitis aconitifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis aconitifolia?
Hemionitis aconitifolia
What is the common name of Hemionitis aconitifolia?
Aconite-leaved fern
What is the habitat of Hemionitis aconitifolia?
Moist woods, thickets, and stream banks
Species in the Hemionitis genus
Hemionitis aureonitens, Hemionitis palmata, Hemionitis pedata, Hemionitis pinnatifida, Hemionitis tomentosa, Hemionitis rufa, Hemionitis levyi, Hemionitis subcordata, Hemionitis cordata, Hemionitis vestita, Hemionitis hederifolia, Hemionitis smithii, Hemionitis bipinnata, Hemionitis distans, Hemionitis venusta, Hemionitis monticola, Hemionitis formosa, Hemionitis andromedifolia, Hemionitis adiantoides, Hemionitis angustata, Hemionitis aemula, Hemionitis angelica, Hemionitis apparicioi, Hemionitis anceps, Hemionitis arequipensis, Hemionitis allosuroides, Hemionitis auryn, Hemionitis albomarginata, Hemionitis alleniae, Hemionitis angustifolia, Hemionitis angolensis, Hemionitis apiacea, Hemionitis aliena, Hemionitis achariorum, Hemionitis atropurpurea, Hemionitis albofusca, Hemionitis crassifolia, Hemionitis angustifrondosa, Hemionitis cymbiformis, Hemionitis delavayi, Hemionitis adornata, Hemionitis dichotoma, Hemionitis krameri, Hemionitis bicolor, Hemionitis drakeana, Hemionitis glauca, Hemionitis dinteri, Hemionitis falkor, Hemionitis dactylifera, Hemionitis hykrionii,
Species in the Pteridaceae family
References
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182146-1: Based on the initial data import