Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
melanosorum
ID:
1227129

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Copel.) C.V.Morton

Source:
tro

Year:
1968

Citation Micro:
Contr. U.S. Natl. Herb. 38: 167. 1968. (1968)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226467



Common Names

  • Black-stemmed Filmy Fern
  • Hymenophyllum melanosorum
  • Black-stemmed Filmy Fern


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Description

Hymenophyllum melanosorum (also called Black-veined Filmy Fern, among many other common names) is a small, delicate fern with a tufted habit. It is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist and shady forests.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyllum melanosorum is used as an ornamental plant for its attractive foliage and flowers. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: Hymenophyllum melanosorum has small, yellowish-green flowers. Seed: The seed of Hymenophyllum melanosorum is small and round. Seedlings: The seedlings of Hymenophyllum melanosorum are small and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum melanosorum is a perennial fern that can be propagated by spores or by division. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soils. It is best to sow the spores in the spring or autumn and keep the soil moist until germination occurs. Once established, it requires little maintenance.

Where to Find Hymenophyllum melanosorum

Hymenophyllum melanosorum is native to tropical regions of Central and South America.

Hymenophyllum melanosorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum melanosorum?

Hymenophyllum melanosorum

What is the natural habitat of Hymenophyllum melanosorum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical moist montane forests.

What is the distribution of Hymenophyllum melanosorum?

It is native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka.

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50048655: Based on the initial data import
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.