Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
francii
ID:
146561

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Christ) Ebihara & K.Iwats.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Taxon 53(4): 945 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145890



Common Names

  • Francii Filmy Fern
  • Hymenophyllum Francii
  • Tasmanian Filmy Fern


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Synonyms

  • Microtrichomanes francii (Christ) Copel. [unknown]
  • Trichomanes cuneatum Christ [unknown]
  • Trichomanes francii Christ [unknown]

Description

Hymenophyllum francii (also called Franci's 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 francii 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 francii 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum francii is a fern species native to New Zealand. 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 francii

Hymenophyllum francii can be found in the tropical and subtropical forests of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Hymenophyllum francii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum francii?

Hymenophyllum francii

What is the common name of Hymenophyllum francii?

Francis' Filmy Fern

Where does Hymenophyllum francii grow?

New Zealand

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

Konrad H. Christ (1833-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christ' in the authors string.
Kunio Iwatsuki (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Iwats.' in the authors string.
Atsushi Ebihara (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ebihara' in the authors string.