Status:
valid
Authors:
Hook. & Grev.
Source:
tro
Year:
1828
Citation Micro:
Icon. Filic. t. 34. 1828; HB. 57. Chr. 15. (1828)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226593
Common Names
- Hymenophyllum marginatum
- Marginate Filmy Fern
- Marginate Thread Fern
Description
Hymenophyllum marginatum (also called Margined Filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Hymenophyllaceae. It is native to New Zealand. It is a small, evergreen fern, growing up to 30 cm tall. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and lanceolate in shape. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forest margins and rocky slopes.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum marginatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb for treating various ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenophyllum marginatum has small, white flowers with four petals. The seed is small, round, and black in color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single stem and small, light green leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum marginatum can be propagated from spores or division. Spores should be sown in spring or summer in a warm, sunny position in well-drained soil. Division should be done in spring or autumn. It should be planted in a sunny or partially shaded position in well-drained soil.
Where to Find Hymenophyllum marginatum
Hymenophyllum marginatum is a fern native to New Zealand and can be found in moist forests and grasslands.
Hymenophyllum marginatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum marginatum?
Hymenophyllum marginatum
What type of plant is Hymenophyllum marginatum?
It is a fern
Where is Hymenophyllum marginatum found?
It is found in Central and South America
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