Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
incarum
ID:
1409719

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Maxon) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:16. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422184



Common Names

  • Incarum Fern
  • Red-stemmed Fern
  • Red-veined Fern


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Description

Hemionitis incarum (also called Leathery Shieldfern, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It has a creeping rhizome and leathery, triangular fronds. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as forests and damp rocks.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis incarum 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 incarum 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 incarum 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 incarum

Hemionitis incarum is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in areas with plenty of moisture and shade.

Hemionitis incarum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis incarum?

Hemionitis incarum

What type of plant is Hemionitis incarum?

Fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis incarum?

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.
William Ralph Maxon (1877-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxon' in the authors string.