Hemionitis radiata - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
radiata
ID:
1410102
Status:
valid
Authors:
(L.) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:20. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422567
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis radiata (also called the radiate hemionitis, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Madagascar. It is an evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome, and fronds that are lance-shaped and up to 60 cm long. It grows in moist forests, along streams, and in other wet habitats.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis radiata is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemionitis radiata has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, black seeds. Its seedlings are small and thin, with a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis radiata is a hardy fern that prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from spores.
Where to Find Hemionitis radiata
Hemionitis radiata is native to South America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Hemionitis radiata FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis radiata?
Hemionitis radiata
What is the common name of Hemionitis radiata?
Hemionitis radiata
Where is Hemionitis radiata found?
Hemionitis radiata is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
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
Carl Linnaeus (1707-1778): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'L.' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182676-1: Based on the initial data import