Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
longipilosa
ID:
1410356

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Bonap.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:17. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422821



Common Names

  • Hemionitis longipilosa
  • Longipilosa Hemionitis
  • Longipilosa Horsetail Fern


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Description

Hemionitis longipilosa (also called Long-Haired 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 longipilosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis longipilosa 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 longipilosa 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 longipilosa

Hemionitis longipilosa can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Hemionitis longipilosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis longipilosa?

Hemionitis longipilosa

What is the common name of Hemionitis longipilosa?

Longipilosa Hemionitis

What is the family of Hemionitis longipilosa?

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.
Roland Bonaparte (1858-1924): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Bonap.' in the authors string.