Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
insignis
ID:
1410347

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ching) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:16. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422812



Common Names

  • Hemionitis insignis
  • Insignis Hemionitis
  • Insignis Horsetail Fern


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Description

Hemionitis insignis (also called Distinctive Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a fern species native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is a terrestrial fern found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis insignis is used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and flower beds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis insignis has small, yellow-green flowers with 3 petals and 3 sepals. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis insignis is a fern that can be propagated from spores or division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial to full shade. It is best grown in an area with high humidity and temperatures between 60-80F (15-27C). It is not tolerant of drought or extreme temperatures.

Where to Find Hemionitis insignis

Hemionitis insignis can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Hemionitis insignis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis insignis?

Hemionitis insignis

What is the common name of Hemionitis insignis?

Insignis Hemionitis

What is the family of Hemionitis insignis?

Polypodiaceae

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.
Ren-Chang Ching (1898-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ching' in the authors string.