Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
alata
ID:
1410198

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Prantl) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:09. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422663



Common Names

  • Hemionitis alata
  • Winged Staghorn Fern
  • Winged Hemionitis


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Description

Hemionitis alata (also called winged bladderfern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Hemionitidaceae family. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams and rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis alata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hemionitis alata are small and greenish-yellow in color. The seeds are small, dark brown and oval in shape. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis alata can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, divide the clumps in spring or early autumn. For seed, sow the seeds in spring in a cold frame. When they are large enough to handle, prick the seedlings out into individual pots and grow them on in the greenhouse for at least their first winter. Plant them out into their permanent positions in late spring or early summer, after the last expected frosts.

Where to Find Hemionitis alata

Hemionitis alata can be found in Brazil.

Hemionitis alata FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis alata?

Hemionitis alata

What is the common name of Hemionitis alata?

Winged False Nettle

What type of plant is Hemionitis alata?

Herbaceous perennial

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.
Karl Anton Eugen Prantl (1849-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prantl' in the authors string.