Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
mairei
ID:
1410486

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brause) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:17. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422951





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Description

Hemionitis mairei (also called Maire's Lipfern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to tropical regions of South America. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants, and is typically found in humid, tropical forests. It has a creeping rhizome and long, lance-shaped fronds with a distinct midrib and a rounded tip.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis mairei 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 mairei has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis mairei is a fern that can be propagated by division or spores. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.

Where to Find Hemionitis mairei

Hemionitis mairei can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.

Hemionitis mairei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis mairei?

Hemionitis mairei

What is the common name of Hemionitis mairei?

Maire's Hemionitis

What type of plant is Hemionitis mairei?

Fern

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.
Guido Georg Wilhelm Brause (1847-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brause' in the authors string.