Hemionitis lindheimeri - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lindheimeri
ID:
1410487
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook.) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:17. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422952
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis lindheimeri (also called Lindheimer's Lipfern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to tropical regions of South America. It is an epiphytic species, meaning it grows on other plants, and is typically found in humid, tropical forests. It has a creeping rhizome and long, lance-shaped fronds with a distinct midrib and a rounded tip.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis lindheimeri is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a ground cover and for erosion control.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemionitis lindheimeri has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis lindheimeri is a fern that can be propagated by division or spores. It is best grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is hardy in USDA zones 4-9.
Where to Find Hemionitis lindheimeri
Hemionitis lindheimeri can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Hemionitis lindheimeri FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis lindheimeri?
Hemionitis lindheimeri
What is the common name of Hemionitis lindheimeri?
Lindheimer's Hemionitis
What type of plant is Hemionitis lindheimeri?
Fern
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.
William Jackson Hooker (1785-1865): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hook.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77183048-1: Based on the initial data import