Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
cupressiforme
ID:
1287481

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labill.

Source:
tro

Year:
1806

Citation Micro:
Nov. Holl. Pl. 2: 102, t. 250, f. 2 (1806)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286819



Common Names

  • Cupressiforme Hymenophyllum
  • Cupressiforme Filmyfern
  • Mexican Filmyfern


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Description

Hymenophyllum cupressiforme (also called Cypress-leaved Filmy Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to Australia. It has small, fan-shaped fronds and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyllum cupressiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums, as well as for food and medicinal purposes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenophyllum cupressiforme has small, greenish-brown flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum cupressiforme is a fern that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.

Where to Find Hymenophyllum cupressiforme

Hymenophyllum cupressiforme is native to Mexico and can be found in the states of Guerrero, Oaxaca, and Puebla.

Hymenophyllum cupressiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum cupressiforme?

Hymenophyllum cupressiforme

What is the common name of Hymenophyllum cupressiforme?

Cypress-Leaved Filmy Fern

What is the natural habitat of Hymenophyllum cupressiforme?

Moist, shady areas

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