Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
breweri
ID:
1410047

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Eat.Pr.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:10. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422512



Common Names

  • Brewer's Fern
  • Hemionitis Breweri
  • Brewer Fern


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Description

Hemionitis breweri (also called Brewer's Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Hemionitidaceae family. It is a terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are up to 1 m long. It is native to Southeast Asia, and is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis breweri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis breweri has small, yellow flowers that appear in the spring and summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis breweri can be propagated by division or by stem cuttings. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown indoors or outdoors.

Where to Find Hemionitis breweri

Hemionitis breweri is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Hemionitis breweri FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis breweri?

Hemionitis breweri

What type of plant is Hemionitis breweri?

Fern

Where is Hemionitis breweri found?

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.