Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
sarmientoi
ID:
1410607

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Ponce) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:20. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423072



Common Names

  • Sarmientoi Hemionitis
  • Sarmientoi Hemionitis Fern
  • Sarmientoi Fern


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Description

Hemionitis sarmientoi (also called Sarmiento's shield fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Thelypteridaceae family. It is native to the tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, Australia, and the Americas. It grows in moist, shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis sarmientoi is used in traditional Chinese medicine as an anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial agent. It is also used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis sarmientoi has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, black and round. Its seedlings are small and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis sarmientoi is a fern species native to tropical South America. It is an evergreen, terrestrial fern, growing in moist, shady places. It is propagated by spores or division. The spores should be sown on a sterilized, slightly acidic, well-drained soil mix. The soil should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment. The plants can also be propagated by division. The divisions should be planted in a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Hemionitis sarmientoi

Hemionitis sarmientoi is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas of the forest floor.

Hemionitis sarmientoi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis sarmientoi?

Hemionitis sarmientoi

What is the common name of Hemionitis sarmientoi?

Sarmiento's fern

Where is Hemionitis sarmientoi found?

It is found in Colombia

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.
Marta Mónica Ponce (b.1954): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ponce' in the authors string.