Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
gracillima
ID:
1409965

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.C.Eaton) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:14. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422430

Common Names

  • Gracillima Hemionitis
  • Slender Hemionitis
  • Slender Fern

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Description

Hemionitis gracillima (also called Gracillima Hemionitis, 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

Hemionitis gracillima is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis gracillima flower has a yellowish-greenish color with a white center. Its seeds are small and brown. Its seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis gracillima 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 Hemionitis gracillima

Hemionitis gracillima is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Hemionitis gracillima FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis gracillima?

Hemionitis gracillima

What type of plant is Hemionitis gracillima?

Fern

Where is Hemionitis gracillima native to?

China

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.
Daniel Cady Eaton (1834-1895): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.C.Eaton' in the authors string.