Hymenophyllum elongatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
elongatum
ID:
146545
Status:
valid
Authors:
Jeff W.Grimes
Source:
ipni
Year:
1979
Citation Micro:
Kew Bull. 34(2): 233 (1979)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145874
Common Names
- Elongatum Filmy-fern
- Elongatum Hymenophyllum
- Hymenophyllum Elongatum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenophyllum elongatum (also called Elongate 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 elongatum 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 flowers of Hymenophyllum elongatum are small, white and have four petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings are delicate and have two cotyledons.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum elongatum 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 elongatum
Hymenophyllum elongatum can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Hymenophyllum elongatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum elongatum?
Hymenophyllum elongatum
What is the family of Hymenophyllum elongatum?
Hymenophyllaceae
What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum elongatum?
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
Jeffrey William Grimes (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Jeff W.Grimes' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17551340-1: Based on the initial data import