Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
sikanda
ID:
1410405

Status:
valid

Authors:
Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:21. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422870



Common Names

  • Hemionitis sikanda
  • Sikanda Hemionitis
  • Sikanda Horsetail Fern


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Description

Hemionitis sikanda (also called Sikanda Fern, among many other common names) is a fern native to India. It has a creeping rhizome and fronds that are lanceolate in shape and can reach up to 30 cm in length. It is found in moist, shady forests, often in limestone soils.

Uses & Benefits

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

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis sikanda 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 sikanda 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 sikanda

Hemionitis sikanda can be found in the Himalayas, India, and Nepal.

Hemionitis sikanda FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis sikanda?

Hemionitis sikanda

What is the common name of Hemionitis sikanda?

Fern of Sikanda

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis sikanda?

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.