Hymenophyllum pilosissimum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
pilosissimum
ID:
146670
Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Chr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1934
Citation Micro:
Gard. Bull. Straits Settlem. 7: 213 (1934)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145999
Common Names
- Hairy Filmy Fern
- Woolly Filmy Fern
- Hairy-leaf Filmy Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Hymenophyllum pilosissimum (also called Hairy 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 pilosissimum is used as a decorative plant in terrariums and as a ground cover in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenophyllum pilosissimum is small and white with a yellowish center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid capsule. The seedlings are small, with a single cotyledon and a single pair of true leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum pilosissimum is a fern native to Australia and New Zealand. 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 pilosissimum
Hymenophyllum pilosissimum is native to tropical regions of the world, including parts of South America, Africa, and Asia.
Hymenophyllum pilosissimum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum pilosissimum?
Hymenophyllum pilosissimum
What type of plant is Hymenophyllum pilosissimum?
Fern
Where is Hymenophyllum pilosissimum 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
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17366680-1: Based on the initial data import