Hemionitis bicolor

Names and Synonyms

Scientific Names

Accepted name

Synonyms

• Aleuritopteris bicolor
• Aleuritopteris kathmanduensis
• Pteris bicolor
• Cheilanthes bicolor
• Cheilanthes farinosa var. tenera
• Ceropteris monosticha
• Cheilanthes discolor
• Cheilanthes pulveracea

Sources: Wikidata

Taxonomical Classification

This plant, Hemionitis bicolor, belongs to the kingdom Plantae and is classified within the phylum Streptophyta. It falls under the class Equisetopsida and the subclass Polypodiinae, following the order Polypodiales. Finally, it is a member of the family Pteridaceae and is situated within the genus Hemionitis.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Distribution

This plant, known scientifically as Hemionitis bicolor, exhibits a specific geographical range within the Indian Subcontinent. It is widely distributed across various regions, including the states of Assam and the broader territory of India. Its presence extends into the neighboring country of Bangladesh, where it can be found in local habitats. Additionally, the species inhabits the rugged terrains of the East Himalaya. Finally, its documented distribution includes the mountainous landscapes of Nepal.

Sources: The World Checklist of Vascular Plants (WCVP)

Botanical Identification

Ecology

The ecology of Hemionitis bicolor is characterized by its adaptation to specific montane environments, where it typically occupies rocky slopes, crevices, or sparse vegetation zones. This species thrives within a distinct vertical distribution, primarily inhabiting mid-to-high altitude regions. Its elevational range is bounded by a maximum limit of 1500 m AMSL, above which environmental conditions likely become unsuitable for its growth requirements. Within this altitudinal belt, the plant interacts with specific soil compositions and moisture levels typical of its native habitat, playing a role in the stabilization of its niche ecosystem.

Elevational range max:

1500 m AMSL

Morphology

The morphology of Hemionitis bicolor is characterized by its specialized growth habit, functioning as a self-supporting climber. This plant exhibits a climbing nature that can be classified as both a liana and a vine, utilizing its structural development to ascend through its environment. Regarding its climbing mechanics, it is described as a self-supporting entity, meaning it possesses the inherent structural integrity to maintain its position. Furthermore, its climbing behavior is categorized as self-supporting in both an obligatory and facultative sense, allowing for a versatile morphological adaptation to its ecological niche.

Climber :

self-supporting

Sources: Global Inventory of Floras and Traits (GIFT)

Activities

Hemionitis bicolor has 2 reported activities identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported activities include Antidiabetic, Antioxidant.

Antidiabetic

1. TheScientificWorldJournal

Antioxidant

1. TheScientificWorldJournal

Preparations

Hemionitis bicolor has 4 reported preparations identified across 0 scientific publications and several other databases. The most consistently reported preparations include aqueous methanol extract, ethyl acetate fraction, methanol extracts, n-hexane fraction.

Aqueous methanol extract

1. Journal of natural medicines

Ethyl acetate fraction

1. Journal of natural medicines

Methanol extracts

1. TheScientificWorldJournal

N-hexane fraction

1. Journal of natural medicines