Hemionitis ornithopus - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ornithopus
ID:
1410172
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mett.; Bak.) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:18. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422637
Common Names
- Ornithopus Hemionitis
- Bird's-foot Fern
- Hemionitis Ornithopus
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis ornithopus (also called Bird's-foot Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a small fern native to tropical regions of the world. It has a creeping rhizome and fronds with four-pinnate pinnae. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforests and tropical woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis ornithopus is used as an ornamental plant and in landscaping. It is also used to help control erosion.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hemionitis ornithopus is small and greenish-white with four petals. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small, with four leaflets that are arranged in a fan-like pattern.
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Hemionitis ornithopus can be propagated by division or by seed. For division, the plant should be divided in spring or early summer. The divisions should be planted in moist, humus-rich soil in a shady location. For seed propagation, the seeds should be sown in spring in a moist, humus-rich soil in a shady location. The soil should be kept moist until the seedlings are established.
Where to Find Hemionitis ornithopus
Hemionitis ornithopus can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
Hemionitis ornithopus FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis ornithopus?
Hemionitis ornithopus
What is the common name of Hemionitis ornithopus?
Hemionitis ornithopus
Where is Hemionitis ornithopus native to?
Hemionitis ornithopus is native to India
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.
Georg Heinrich Mettenius (1823-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mett.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182576-1: Based on the initial data import