Hemionitis lonchophora - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
lonchophora
ID:
1410091
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Mett.) Christenh.
Source:
wcvp
Year:
2018
Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:17. 2018
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422556
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hemionitis lonchophora (also called Lance-bearing Hemionitis, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to South America. It is a small, terrestrial fern with lanceolate fronds up to 15 cm long and 1 cm wide. It is found in humid forests in the Andes of Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela.
Uses & Benefits
Hemionitis lonchophora is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases and wounds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hemionitis lonchophora has small, yellow flowers that appear in the spring and summer. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hemionitis lonchophora is a hardy fern that prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in spring or early summer. It can also be propagated from spores.
Where to Find Hemionitis lonchophora
Hemionitis lonchophora is native to South America and can be found in the tropical rainforests of Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru.
Hemionitis lonchophora FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hemionitis lonchophora?
Hemionitis lonchophora
What is the common name of Hemionitis lonchophora?
Hemionitis lonchophora
Where is Hemionitis lonchophora found?
Hemionitis lonchophora is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.
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.
Georg Heinrich Mettenius (1823-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mett.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77182496-1: Based on the initial data import