Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
formosana
ID:
1409723

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hayata) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:14. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422188



Common Names

  • Formosa Fern
  • Taiwan Fern
  • Taiwanese Fern


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Description

Hemionitis formosana (also called Formosa fern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to Taiwan. It has a creeping rhizome and simple, pinnate leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in mountain forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis formosana is a fern that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis formosana has small, pale brown spores and its flowers are small, greenish-brown and have a single, long-stalked leaf. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small, light green and have a single, long-stalked leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis formosana 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 formosana

Hemionitis formosana is native to Taiwan and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Hemionitis formosana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis formosana?

Hemionitis formosana

What type of plant is Hemionitis formosana?

Fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis formosana?

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.
Bunzō Hayata (1874-1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hayata' in the authors string.