Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
pygmaea
ID:
1409833

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ching) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:20. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422298



Common Names

  • Hemionitis pygmaea
  • Pygmaea Fern
  • Pygmaea Shield Fern


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Description

Hemionitis pygmaea (also called Pygmy Chain Fern, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, terrestrial fern native to tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia. It has delicate, light green fronds that are divided into many narrow segments. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as under trees and in rock crevices.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis pygmaea is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis pygmaea has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have small, round leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis pygmaea is a fern native to South America. It is an easy-to-grow fern that can be propagated from spores or division. To propagate from spores, collect the spores from the underside of the fronds and sow them on a moist, sterile medium. To propagate by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the rhizomes into sections, each with a few fronds. Plant the divisions in moist, well-drained soil and keep them moist until they are established.

Where to Find Hemionitis pygmaea

Hemionitis pygmaea can be found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America.

Hemionitis pygmaea FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis pygmaea?

Hemionitis pygmaea

What is the common name of Hemionitis pygmaea?

Pygmy fern

What is the habitat of Hemionitis pygmaea?

Moist woods, thickets, and stream banks

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.
Ren-Chang Ching (1898-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ching' in the authors string.