Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
opposita
ID:
1409777

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Kaulf.) Christenh.

Source:
wcvp

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:18. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001422242

Common Names

  • Opposita Fern
  • Opposita Hemionitis
  • Hemionitis opposita

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Description

Hemionitis opposita (also called Opposite Shield Fern, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen, terrestrial fern native to tropical Africa, Asia, and Australia. It has delicate, light green fronds that are divided into many narrow segments with an opposite pattern. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as under trees and in rock crevices.

Uses & Benefits

Hemionitis opposita is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hemionitis opposita has small, white flowers that grow in clusters. Its seeds are small, black and oval-shaped. The seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hemionitis opposita is a tropical fern native to Madagascar. It is an evergreen, clump-forming fern with leathery, glossy, dark green fronds. It is easy to propagate by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is drought tolerant and can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist.

Where to Find Hemionitis opposita

Hemionitis opposita is native to the Mediterranean region and can be found in moist, shady areas.

Hemionitis opposita FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hemionitis opposita?

Hemionitis opposita

What is the common name of Hemionitis opposita?

Opposite-leaved fern

What is the natural habitat of Hemionitis opposita?

Tropical rainforests

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 Friedrich Kaulfuss (1786-1830): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Kaulf.' in the authors string.