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Hemionitis
ivy-leaved fern
Botanical details
- Family
- Pteridaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Genus
Hemionitis
- Genus description
A genus of ferns, native to tropical America. Some species have thick, heart-shaped green foliage and are grown as houseplants whilst others have thinner, pinnate fronds and can be found in woodland areas. They are said to have a range of medicinal properties from treating diabetes to healing aches and burns
- Name status
Correct
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