Hymenophyllum ovatum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
ovatum
ID:
146655
Status:
valid
Authors:
Copel.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1911
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci., C 6: 70 (1911)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145984
Common Names
- Ovate Filmy Fern
- Ovate Hymenophyllum
- Ovate Filmy Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenophyllum ovatum (also called Ovate 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 ovatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an aquarium plant. It is also used to make paper and as a source of food for some species of birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenophyllum ovatum is a small, white flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum ovatum is a fern that is native to Australia, New Zealand, and New Caledonia. It is an epiphytic fern, meaning it grows on trees or other plants. It is easy to propagate from spores, and can be grown in a pot or in a hanging basket. It prefers moist, humid conditions and partial shade. It is not frost-tolerant and should be protected from cold temperatures.
Where to Find Hymenophyllum ovatum
Hymenophyllum ovatum is native to Australia and can be found in moist, shady areas of the forest.
Hymenophyllum ovatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum ovatum?
Hymenophyllum ovatum
What type of plant is Hymenophyllum ovatum?
Fern
Where is Hymenophyllum ovatum native to?
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
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17252750-1: Based on the initial data import