Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
acrostica
ID:
1411226

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Balb.) Mosyakin

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 373(2): 165. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423691





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Description

Hemionitis acrostica (also called Acrostichal Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Pteridaceae. It is native to India, where it is found in montane forests. It is a perennial herb with long, narrow leaves and small, white flowers.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis acrostica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a hedge plant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating fever, headaches, and stomach pains.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis acrostica has white, bell-shaped flowers with five petals. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cultivation and propagation of Hemionitis acrostica: This plant is best grown in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Propagation is by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn and kept moist until germination. Division can be done in spring or autumn.

Where to Find Hemionitis acrostica

Hemionitis acrostica is native to tropical Africa and can be found in moist forests and along streams.

Hemionitis acrostica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis acrostica?

Hemionitis acrostica

What are the common names of Hemionitis acrostica?

Acrostichum fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis acrostica?

Tropical forests of Central and South America

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

Giovanni Battista Balbis (1765-1831): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Balb.' in the authors string.
Sergei Leonidovich Mosyakin (b.1961): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mosyakin' in the authors string.