Hymenophyllum elberti - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elberti
ID:
146543
Status:
valid
Authors:
Rosenst.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1912
Citation Micro:
Meded. Rijks-Herb. 14: 31 (1912)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145872
Common Names
- Elberti Filmy-fern
- Elberti Hymenophyllum
- Hymenophyllum Elberti
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenophyllum elberti (also called Elbert's Filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a small, delicate fern with a single, thin, translucent leaf. It is native to New Zealand, Australia, and New Caledonia, and can be found growing in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum elberti is a species of fern that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover in shady areas.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenophyllum elberti is small, white and has four petals. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum elberti is a small, delicate fern native to New Zealand. It is easy to cultivate and propagate, as it has a high tolerance for a wide range of conditions. It prefers moist, shady areas and can tolerate full sun. It is best propagated by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.
Where to Find Hymenophyllum elberti
Hymenophyllum elberti can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Hymenophyllum elberti FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum elberti?
Hymenophyllum elberti
What is the family of Hymenophyllum elberti?
Hymenophyllaceae
What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum elberti?
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:17252660-1: Based on the initial data import