Hemionitis lerstenii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lerstenii
ID:
1410411
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mickel & Beitel) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:16. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422876
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis lerstenii (also called Leatherleaf fern, among many other common names) is a fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small, evergreen fern with leathery, round to oval-shaped leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas such as woodlands, rainforests, and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis lerstenii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemionitis lerstenii has small, white flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have two small, round cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis lerstenii is a fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants. It prefers moist, humid environments and can be grown in a pot or in a hanging basket. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The rhizomes should be divided in the spring and the spores should be sown in the summer.
Where to Find Hemionitis lerstenii
Hemionitis lerstenii can be found in the Himalayas, India, and Nepal.
Hemionitis lerstenii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis lerstenii?
Hemionitis lerstenii
What is the common name of Hemionitis lerstenii?
Lersten's Hemionitis
What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis lerstenii?
It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
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.
John Thomas Mickel (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mickel' in the authors string.
Joseph M. Beitel (1952-1991): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Beitel' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77183136-1: Based on the initial data import