Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
hookeri
ID:
1118413

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Chr.) Holttum

Source:
tro

Year:
1975

Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 30(2): 334 (1975)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001117751



Common Names

  • Taenitis hookeri
  • Hooker's Taenitis
  • Hooker's Horsetail


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Description

Taenitis hookeri (also called Hooker's Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern with lance-shaped fronds. It is native to Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia, and is typically found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Taenitis hookeri 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 digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Taenitis hookeri has small, yellow-green flowers that grow in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Taenitis hookeri is a fern native to tropical regions of the world. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated from spores or by division. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial to full shade. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires little care.

Where to Find Taenitis hookeri

Taenitis hookeri is native to India, Nepal, Bhutan, and China. It can be found growing in moist, shady areas in forests and along streams.

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26612673: Based on the initial data import
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.