Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
ramosii
ID:
146703

Status:
valid

Authors:
Copel.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1937

Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 64: 34, t. 9(4-6) (1937)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000146032



Common Names

  • Filmy Fern
  • Delicate Fern
  • Lacy Fern


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Synonyms

  • Meringium ramosii (Copel.) Copel. [unknown]

Description

Hymenophyllum ramosii (also called Ramos' Filmy Fern, among many other common names) is a small fern with a delicate texture. Its fronds are divided into fine, thread-like segments. It is native to the tropical regions of the Americas, Africa and Asia, and is found in moist, shady habitats such as rainforest floors and stream banks.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyllum ramosii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in the aquarium trade as a substrate for aquatic animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Hymenophyllum ramosii are small and white, with a tinge of green. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum ramosii can be propagated by spores and vegetative propagation. Spores should be sown on a sterile, moistened medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. Vegetative propagation can be done by division of the rhizomes or by stem cuttings. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer and the cuttings should be taken in late summer or early fall.

Where to Find Hymenophyllum ramosii

Hymenophyllum ramosii is native to the tropical montane forests of South and Central America, from Mexico to Peru.

Hymenophyllum ramosii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum ramosii?

Hymenophyllum ramosii

What type of plant is Hymenophyllum ramosii?

Fern

Where is Hymenophyllum ramosii native to?

Chile

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