Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
acutum
ID:
146470

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Presl) Ebihara & K.Iwats.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Blumea 51(2): 232 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145799



Common Names

  • Acutum Hymenophyllum
  • Acutum Filmy Fern
  • Acutum Thread Fern


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Description

Hymenophyllum acutum (also called Sharp-pointed filmy fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Hymenophyllaceae. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small fern, with fronds that are usually less than 10 cm long. It is native to South America, where it is found in humid forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyllum acutum has been used as an ornamental plant, as a source of fiber, and as a dye.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenophyllum acutum is small and white, with a yellowish-green centre. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with two cotyledons and a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum acutum can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a shady position in moist, humus-rich soil. It can be grown in containers and will require regular watering and fertilizing.

Where to Find Hymenophyllum acutum

Hymenophyllum acutum can be found in tropical rainforests of South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.

Hymenophyllum acutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum acutum?

Hymenophyllum acutum

What is the family of Hymenophyllum acutum?

Hymenophyllaceae

What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum acutum?

Epiphytic on tree trunks in humid forests

Species in the Hymenophyllum genus

Hymenophyllum acutum, Hymenophyllum angulosum, Hymenophyllum armstrongii, Hymenophyllum balfourii, Hymenophyllum batuense, Hymenophyllum bicolanum, Hymenophyllum bontocense, Hymenophyllum brachyglossum, Hymenophyllum braithwaitei, Hymenophyllum brasilianum, Hymenophyllum brassii, Hymenophyllum breve, Hymenophyllum brevidens, Hymenophyllum bryophilum, Hymenophyllum caparaoense, Hymenophyllum capillaceum, Hymenophyllum cardunculus, Hymenophyllum cernuum, Hymenophyllum cincinnatum, Hymenophyllum delicatulum, Hymenophyllum deltoidenm, Hymenophyllum diversilobum, Hymenophyllum eboracense, Hymenophyllum edentulum, Hymenophyllum elberti, Hymenophyllum ellipticosorum, Hymenophyllum elongatum, Hymenophyllum emarginatum, Hymenophyllum feejeense, Hymenophyllum filmenofilicum, Hymenophyllum firmum, Hymenophyllum flexuosum, Hymenophyllum foersteri, Hymenophyllum francii, Hymenophyllum frankliniae, Hymenophyllum geluense, Hymenophyllum gorgoneum, Hymenophyllum gracilescens, Hymenophyllum hallierii, Hymenophyllum herterianum, Hymenophyllum hieronymi, Hymenophyllum humboldtianum, Hymenophyllum imbricatum, Hymenophyllum integrivalvatum, Hymenophyllum involucratum, Hymenophyllum johorense, Hymenophyllum junghuhnii, Hymenophyllum kerianum, Hymenophyllum klabatense, Hymenophyllum laminatum,

Species in the Hymenophyllaceae family

References

Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
Kunio Iwatsuki (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Iwats.' in the authors string.
Atsushi Ebihara (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ebihara' in the authors string.