Hymenophyllum batuense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
batuense
ID:
146491
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rosenst.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , ser. 2, 2: 22 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145820
Common Names
- Hymenophyllum batuense
- Batuense Hymenophyllum
- Batuense Fern
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Hymenophyllum batuense (also called Batu 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 Southeast Asia, where it is found in humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum batuense has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as a decorative plant in gardens and as an ornamental plant in aquariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hymenophyllum batuense are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Hymenophyllum batuense 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 batuense
Hymenophyllum batuense is found in the Philippines.
Hymenophyllum batuense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum batuense?
Hymenophyllum batuense
What is the family of Hymenophyllum batuense?
Hymenophyllaceae
What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum batuense?
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
Eduard Rosenstock (1856-1938): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rosenst.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17252570-1: Based on the initial data import