Hymenophyllum caparaoense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
caparaoense
ID:
146513
Status:
valid
Authors:
Brade
Source:
ipni
Year:
1951
Citation Micro:
Arch. Jard. Bot. Rio de Janeiro 11: [21], t. 1 (1951)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145842
Common Names
- Caparao Filmy Fern
- Caparao Hymenophyllum
- Caparao Filmy-fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenophyllum caparaoense (also called Caparao filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a small fern with a delicate, filmy texture. It is native to Brazil, and is found in humid, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum caparaoense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to add texture and color to floral arrangements. It is known to be a good air purifier and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenophyllum caparaoense is small, white and has four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledon leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum caparaoense is a fern species native to Brazil. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or division. When propagating by spores, the spores should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. When propagating by division, the rhizomes should be divided and planted in moist, well-draining soil.
Where to Find Hymenophyllum caparaoense
Hymenophyllum caparaoense is native to Brazil and can be found in the Atlantic Forest.
Hymenophyllum caparaoense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum caparaoense?
Hymenophyllum caparaoense
What is the family of Hymenophyllum caparaoense?
Hymenophyllaceae
What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum caparaoense?
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
Alexander Curt Brade (1881-1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brade' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:125712-2: Based on the initial data import