Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
hieronymi
ID:
146580

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brause) C.Chr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Index Filic., Suppl. Tert. : 114 (1934)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145909



Common Names

  • Hieronymus' Filmy Fern
  • Hieronymus' Hymenophyllum
  • Hieronymus' Filmy Fern


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Synonyms

  • Trichomanes hieronymi Brause [unknown]

Description

Hymenophyllum hieronymi (also called Hieronymus' filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a small, delicate fern with thin, translucent fronds. It is native to Central and South America, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as tropical rainforests and cloud forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyllum hieronymi is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in aquariums as a decorative plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenophyllum hieronymi is small, white and has four petals. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum hieronymi can be propagated by division or spores. It is best grown in moist, humus-rich, well-drained soil in partial shade. It is also tolerant of full sun as long as the soil remains moist.

Where to Find Hymenophyllum hieronymi

Hymenophyllum hieronymi is found in the wetter parts of Brazil.

Hymenophyllum hieronymi FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum hieronymi?

Hymenophyllum hieronymi

What is the common name of Hymenophyllum hieronymi?

Hieronymus' Filmy Fern

Where does Hymenophyllum hieronymi 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

Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.
Guido Georg Wilhelm Brause (1847-1922): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brause' in the authors string.