Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
crispatula
ID:
1410501

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:12. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422966



Common Names

  • Crispatula Hemionitis
  • Crispatula Lipfern
  • Hemionitis Crispatula


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Description

Hemionitis crispatula (also called crisped heart-fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, from Sierra Leone to Angola. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests, along streams, and in moist meadows.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis crispatula is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat skin diseases, rheumatism, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis crispatula has small, white flowers with yellow anthers. Its seeds are small, black, and oval shaped. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin, light green leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis crispatula is a fern that can be propagated by division or spores. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.

Where to Find Hemionitis crispatula

Hemionitis crispatula can be found in the Himalayas, India, and Nepal.

Hemionitis crispatula FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis crispatula?

Hemionitis crispatula

What is the common name of Hemionitis crispatula?

Crisp Hemionitis

What type of plant is Hemionitis crispatula?

Fern

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.