Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
namaquensis
ID:
1409734

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:18. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422199



Common Names

  • Namaquensis Fern
  • Namaquensis Hemionitis Fern
  • Hemionitis Fern


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Description

Hemionitis namaquensis (also called Namaqua fern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to South Africa. It has a creeping rhizome and simple, pinnate leaves. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as in mountain forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis namaquensis is a fern that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used in floral arrangements and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis namaquensis has small, pale brown spores and its flowers are small, greenish-brown and have a single, long-stalked leaf. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small, light green and have a single, long-stalked leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis namaquensis is a small, evergreen fern native to South Africa. It prefers partial to full shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are established.

Where to Find Hemionitis namaquensis

Hemionitis namaquensis is native to South Africa and can be found in the Namaqualand region.

Hemionitis namaquensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis namaquensis?

Hemionitis namaquensis

What is the common name of Hemionitis namaquensis?

African fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis namaquensis?

It is native to South Africa and grows in moist, shady areas.

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.