Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
maderense
ID:
146614

Status:
valid

Authors:
Gibby & Lovis

Source:
ipni

Year:
1989

Citation Micro:
Fern Gaz. 13(5): 285 (1989)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145943



Common Names

  • Madeira Filmy Fern
  • Madeira Hymenophyllum
  • Madeira Filmy Fern


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Description

Hymenophyllum maderense (also called Madeira 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 maderense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used medicinally to treat various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Hymenophyllum maderense has small, white flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum maderense is a fern species native to Australia. It is an epiphytic 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 maderense

Hymenophyllum maderense can be found in Madeira and the Canary Islands.

Hymenophyllum maderense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum maderense?

Hymenophyllum maderense

What type of plant is Hymenophyllum maderense?

Fern

Where is Hymenophyllum maderense native to?

Madeira Islands

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

Mary Gibby (b.1949): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gibby' in the authors string.
John Donald Lovis (1930-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lovis' in the authors string.