Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
nivea
ID:
1410390

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Poir., Poir. & Poir.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:18. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422855



Common Names

  • Hemionitis Fern
  • Nivea Fern
  • Leather Fern


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Description

Hemionitis nivea (also called 'Snowy Hemionitis', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to tropical Asia, Australia, and New Zealand. It has a creeping habit and grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands and rainforests.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis nivea has been used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in shady areas. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headaches, and stomach problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis nivea has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small with a single pair of cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis nivea is a low-growing, evergreen, perennial fern native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soils in part shade. Propagation is by division of clumps or by spores.

Where to Find Hemionitis nivea

Hemionitis nivea is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South and Central America. It can be found in moist, shady areas, such as near streams or in forests.

Hemionitis nivea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis nivea?

Hemionitis nivea

What is the common name of Hemionitis nivea?

Snowy Fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis nivea?

Moist forests and woodlands

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

Jean Louis Marie Poiret (1755-1834): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Poir.' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.