Hymenophyllum cincinnatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
cincinnatum
ID:
146521
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Gepp
Source:
ipni
Year:
1917
Citation Micro:
Fl. Arfak Mts. : 68 (1917)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145850
Common Names
- Cincinnati Filmy Fern
- Cincinnati Hymenophyllum
- Cincinnati Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenophyllum cincinnatum (also called Cincinnati Filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a small, delicate fern with a single row of fronds. It is native to the tropical Americas and is found in humid, shady habitats, such as rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum cincinnatum 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 flowers of Hymenophyllum cincinnatum are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum cincinnatum is a fern species native to Australia. It is an epiphytic 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 cincinnatum
Hymenophyllum cincinnatum is native to New Zealand and can be found in the South Island.
Hymenophyllum cincinnatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum cincinnatum?
Hymenophyllum cincinnatum
What is the family of Hymenophyllum cincinnatum?
Hymenophyllaceae
What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum cincinnatum?
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
Anthony Gepp (1862-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gepp' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17334920-1: Based on the initial data import