Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
pluviatile
ID:
1317358

Status:
valid

Authors:
Perrie & Brownsey

Source:
ipni

Year:
2013

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 51: 317 (2013)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001329812



Common Names

  • Hymenophyllum pluviatile
  • Pluviatile Hymenophyllum
  • Pluviatile Hymenophyllum


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Description

Hymenophyllum pluviatile (also called Rain Hymenophyllum, among many other common names) is a perennial fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It has long, thin leaves and small, yellowish flowers. It grows in moist soil, in wetlands, and in other wetland habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyllum pluviatile is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The Hymenophyllum pluviatile flower has five petals that are white with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, white, and have a single leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum pluviatile can be propagated by division or by seed. It should be grown in a well-drained medium, in partial shade, and kept moist. It should be fertilized regularly.

Where to Find Hymenophyllum pluviatile

Hymenophyllum pluviatile is native to Mexico.

Hymenophyllum pluviatile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum pluviatile?

Hymenophyllum pluviatile

What is the common name of Hymenophyllum pluviatile?

Rain Fern

What is the natural habitat of Hymenophyllum pluviatile?

Moist, shady areas

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

Patrick John Brownsey (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brownsey' in the authors string.
Leon Richard Perrie: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Perrie' in the authors string.