Hemionitis urglae - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
urglae
ID:
1410589
Status:
valid
Authors:
Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:22. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423054
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis urglae (also called Urgla'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 urglae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a groundcover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemionitis urglae has small, yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in a spike-like inflorescence. The seeds are small and brown and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis urglae 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 urglae
Hemionitis urglae is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America. It can be found in moist, shady areas of the forest floor.
Hemionitis urglae FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis urglae?
Hemionitis urglae
What is the common name of Hemionitis urglae?
Urgla fern
Where is Hemionitis urglae found?
It is found in India
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.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77183238-1: Based on the initial data import