Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
parviloba
ID:
1410400

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Sw.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:19. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422865



Common Names

  • Hemionitis parviloba
  • Parviloba Hemionitis
  • Parviloba Horsetail Fern


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Description

Hemionitis parviloba (also called 'Coral Fern' and 'Coralberry Fern', 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 parviloba 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 parviloba has small, white flowers that are clustered in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings have two small, round cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis parviloba 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 parviloba

Hemionitis parviloba can be found in the tropical forests of Central and South America.

Hemionitis parviloba FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis parviloba?

Hemionitis parviloba

What is the common name of Hemionitis parviloba?

Small-lobed Fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis parviloba?

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Olof Swartz (1760-1817): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sw.' in the authors string.