Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
imbricatum
ID:
146586

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
ipni

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Javae 2: 220 (1828)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145915



Common Names

  • Imbricated Filmy Fern
  • Imbricated Hymenophyllum
  • Imbricated Filmy Fern


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Synonyms

  • Hymenophyllum bamlerianum Rosenst. [unknown]
  • Hymenophyllum formosum Brack. [unknown]
  • Mecodium bamlerianum (Rosenst.) Braithwaite [unknown]
  • Mecodium imbricatum (Blume) Copel. [unknown]

Description

Hymenophyllum imbricatum (also called Imbricate 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 imbricatum 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 imbricatum 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 imbricatum 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 imbricatum

Hymenophyllum imbricatum is found in the wetter parts of Mexico.

Hymenophyllum imbricatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum imbricatum?

Hymenophyllum imbricatum

What is the common name of Hymenophyllum imbricatum?

Imbricate Filmy Fern

Where does Hymenophyllum imbricatum 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