Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
ludens
ID:
1410769

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Wall. ex Hook.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:17. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423234

Common Names

  • Hemionitis ludens
  • Ludens Hemionitis
  • Ludens Fishbone Fern

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Description

Hemionitis ludens (also called playing hemionitis, among many other common names) is a fern native to Southeast Asia. It has a spreading habit and can grow up to 6 feet tall, with small, oval-shaped leaves and clusters of white to purple flowers. It is found in moist forests, grasslands, and along riverbanks.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis ludens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in herbal teas and as a medicinal plant for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis ludens has small, white flowers that are clustered together in small, dense spikes. The seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis ludens can be propagated by division or spores. Division should be done in the spring or fall and the divisions should be planted in a well-drained soil mix. Spores should be sown in the spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. The plant should be grown in partial shade and kept moist but not wet.

Where to Find Hemionitis ludens

Hemionitis ludens is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest biome.

Hemionitis ludens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis ludens?

Hemionitis ludens

What is the common name of Hemionitis ludens?

Ludens Hemionitis

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis ludens?

Hemionitis ludens is found in dry grasslands, open woodlands, and rocky slopes in the western Mediterranean region

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

Nathaniel Wolff Wallich (1786-1854): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Wall.' in the authors string.
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.