Status:
valid
Authors:
(Tardieu) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:15. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422682
Common Names
- Hemionitis humbertii
- Humbert's Staghorn Fern
- Humbert's Hemionitis
Description
Hemionitis humbertii (also called Humbert's bladderfern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Hemionitidaceae family. It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is found in moist, shady forests and along streams and rivers.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis humbertii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as an ingredient in traditional medicines.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemionitis humbertii has small, white flowers with yellow centers. Its seeds are small and round, and its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis humbertii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It can be cultivated in moist, shady areas with well-drained soil. It is best to keep the soil moist and fertilize regularly.
Where to Find Hemionitis humbertii
Hemionitis humbertii can be found in the tropical rainforest of Central and South America.
Hemionitis humbertii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis humbertii?
Hemionitis humbertii
What type of plant is Hemionitis humbertii?
Fern
Where is Hemionitis humbertii native to?
Central America
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