Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
maxoniana
ID:
1410255

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mickel) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:17. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422720





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Description

Hemionitis maxoniana (also called Maxon's Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Polypodiaceae. It is native to Madagascar. It is found in moist montane forest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis maxoniana is a fern species that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used for erosion control and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis maxoniana has small, yellowish-green flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis maxoniana can be propagated from spores or division of clumps. It grows best in moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist. It is hardy to USDA Zone 9.

Where to Find Hemionitis maxoniana

Hemionitis maxoniana is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist areas of the forest.

Hemionitis maxoniana FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis maxoniana?

Hemionitis maxoniana

What is the common name of Hemionitis maxoniana?

Fern

What type of plant is Hemionitis maxoniana?

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.
John Thomas Mickel (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mickel' in the authors string.