Hemionitis aliena - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aliena
ID:
1409688
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Maxon) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:09. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422153
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis aliena (also called Alien Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome. It is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests, woodlands, and moist grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis aliena is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. Its fronds are also used to make baskets and mats.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemionitis aliena is small and yellow, with four petals and a yellow center. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis aliena is a small, evergreen fern native to South Africa. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.
Where to Find Hemionitis aliena
Hemionitis aliena is native to tropical regions of Asia, Africa, and South America.
Hemionitis aliena FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis aliena?
Hemionitis aliena
What is the common name of Hemionitis aliena?
Aliena fern
Where is Hemionitis aliena found?
Hemionitis aliena is found in tropical and subtropical regions of India, China, and Southeast Asia
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.
William Ralph Maxon (1877-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxon' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77181988-1: Based on the initial data import