Status:
valid
Authors:
(C.Chr.) Christenh.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:25. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422438
Common Names
- Hirtirachis Phegopteris
- Hairy-rachis Phegopteris
- Hairy-rachis Fern
Description
Phegopteris hirtirachis (also called Hairy-Rachis Phegopteris, among many other common names) is a perennial fern native to Central and South America. It has a creeping rhizome and long-stalked, lance-shaped fronds. It grows in moist, shady areas, often in limestone soils.
Uses & Benefits
Phegopteris hirtirachis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phegopteris hirtirachis has small, white flowers and small, black seeds. The seedlings are small and have a single leaf that is green in color.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phegopteris hirtirachis is a small, evergreen fern that is native to tropical and subtropical regions. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, and can be grown in a wide range of soils. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate.
Where to Find Phegopteris hirtirachis
Phegopteris hirtirachis is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.
Phegopteris hirtirachis FAQ
What is the scientific name of Phegopteris hirtirachis?
Phegopteris hirtirachis
What type of plant is Phegopteris hirtirachis?
Fern
Where is Phegopteris hirtirachis native to?
India
Species in the Phegopteris genus
Phegopteris heterolepia,
Phegopteris keraudreniana,
Phegopteris connectilis,
Phegopteris decursive-pinnata,
Phegopteris subaurita,
Phegopteris cruciata,
Phegopteris hexagonoptera,
Phegopteris levingei,
Phegopteris tibetica,
Phegopteris aurita,
Phegopteris paludosa,
Phegopteris koreana,
Phegopteris henriquesii,
Phegopteris microstegia,
Phegopteris hirtirachis,
Phegopteris fijiensis,
Phegopteris andringitrensis,
Phegopteris rectangularis,
Phegopteris yigongensis,
Phegopteris tibetana,
Phegopteris dianae,
Phegopteris zayuensis,
Phegopteris persimilis,
Phegopteris aubertii,
Phegopteris kinabaluensis,
Phegopteris cyclocarpa,
Species in the Thelypteridaceae family