Status:
valid
Authors:
Vved. ex Kochk.
Source:
wcs
Year:
1986
Citation Micro:
Fl. Tadzhiksk. S.S.R. 8: 171 (1986)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000216400
Common Names
- Hypogomphia purpurea
- Purple Hypogomphia
- Purple Hypogomphia Moss
Synonyms
- Hypogomphia turkestanica purpurea Regel [unknown]
Description
Hypogomphia purpurea (also called Purple Hypogomphia, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to the temperate forests of Central Asia. It is a small fern, growing to a height of 0.5 m (1.6 ft). Its fronds are pinnate, with leaflets arranged in a feather-like pattern. Its sori are round, and its sporangia are small and purple.
Uses & Benefits
Hypogomphia purpurea has been used in traditional medicine for treating skin diseases, wounds, and ulcers. It is also used as an ornamental plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypogomphia purpurea has small, purple flowers with four petals. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypogomphia purpurea is a small shrub that can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in spring or early summer in a well-drained, sunny position. Cuttings should be taken in spring or early summer and should be from healthy, disease-free plants. Cuttings should be taken from the current season's growth and should be planted in a well-drained, sunny position.
Where to Find Hypogomphia purpurea
Hypogomphia purpurea can be found in the south-west of Western Australia.
Hypogomphia purpurea FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypogomphia purpurea?
Hypogomphia purpurea
What is the family of Hypogomphia purpurea?
Orchidaceae
What is the common name of Hypogomphia purpurea?
Purple Hypogomphia
Species in the Hypogomphia genus
Species in the Lamiaceae family
Acanthomintha duttonii,
Acanthomintha ilicifolia,
Acanthomintha lanceolata,
Acanthomintha obovata,
Acanthoprasium frutescens,
Acanthoprasium integrifolium,
Achyrospermum aethiopicum,
Achyrospermum africanum,
Achyrospermum axillare,
Achyrospermum carvalhoi,
Achyrospermum ciliatum,
Achyrospermum cryptanthum,
Achyrospermum dasytrichum,
Achyrospermum densiflorum,
Achyrospermum erythobotrys,
Achyrospermum fruticosum,
Achyrospermum laterale,
Achyrospermum micranthum,
Achyrospermum mildbraedii,
Achyrospermum oblongifolium,
Achyrospermum parviflorum,
Achyrospermum purpureum,
Achyrospermum schimperi,
Achyrospermum schlechteri,
Achyrospermum seychellarum,
Achyrospermum tisserantii,
Achyrospermum urens,
Achyrospermum wallichianum,
Achyrospermum scandens,
Acinos alpinus,
Acrotome angustifolia,
Acrotome fleckii,
Acrotome hispida,
Acrotome inflata,
Acrotome mozambiquensis,
Acrotome pallescens,
Acrotome tenuis,
Acrotome thorncroftii,
Acrymia ajugiflora,
Aegiphila aracaensis,
Aegiphila hystricina,
Aegiphila aculeifera,
Aegiphila alba,
Aegiphila anomala,
Aegiphila arcta,
Aegiphila australis,
Aegiphila bogotensis,
Aegiphila boliviana,
Aegiphila brachiata,
Aegiphila bracteolosa,
References
T.F. Kochkareva: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kochk.' in the authors string.