Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
delicatessa
ID:
1409714

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:12. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422179



Common Names

  • Delicate Fern
  • Delicate Hemionitis
  • Hemionitis delicatessa


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Description

Hemionitis delicatessa (also called 'Delicate Cloakfern', among many other common names) is a small fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are up to 20 cm long. It is native to the eastern United States and is found in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis delicatessa is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover. It is drought-resistant and has a long lifespan.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hemionitis delicatessa is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed with a white center. The seedlings are small, green, and have a white center.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis delicatessa is a fern that can be propagated from spores. It prefers moist, shady areas and can be grown in a pot or in the ground. It can also be propagated from division of the rhizome.

Where to Find Hemionitis delicatessa

Hemionitis delicatessa is found in India.

Hemionitis delicatessa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis delicatessa?

Hemionitis delicatessa

What type of plant is Hemionitis delicatessa?

Fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis delicatessa?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

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.