Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
viridis
ID:
1410614

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Forssk.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:22. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423079



Common Names

  • Green Hemionitis
  • Green Hemionitis Fern
  • Green Fern


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Description

Hemionitis viridis (also called Green Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Hemionitidaceae family. It is native to tropical Asia, from India to China and Japan. It grows in moist, shady places, such as in forests and near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis viridis 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 viridis 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 viridis is a fern native to India. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, humus-rich soil and partial shade.

Where to Find Hemionitis viridis

Hemionitis viridis is native to South America and can be found in moist forests, woodlands, and streambanks.

Hemionitis viridis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis viridis?

Hemionitis viridis

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis viridis?

Moist forests and grasslands

What is the growth rate of Hemionitis viridis?

Slow to moderate

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.
Peter Forsskål (1732-1763): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Forssk.' in the authors string.