Hymenophyllum revolutum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
revolutum
ID:
146710
Status:
valid
Authors:
Colenso
Source:
ipni
Year:
1846
Citation Micro:
Tasmanian J. Nat. Sci. 2: 186 (1846)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000146039
Common Names
- Revolute Fern
- Curly Fern
- Rolled Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Hymenophyllum pusillum Colenso [unknown]
- Hymenophyllum zeelandicum Bosch [unknown]
Description
Hymenophyllum revolutum (also called Revolute 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 revolutum 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 revolutum are small and white, with a tinge of orange. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum revolutum 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 revolutum
Hymenophyllum revolutum is native to the tropical montane forests of South and Central America, from Mexico to Peru.
Hymenophyllum revolutum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum revolutum?
Hymenophyllum revolutum
What type of plant is Hymenophyllum revolutum?
Fern
Where is Hymenophyllum revolutum native to?
South America
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
William Colenso (1811-1899): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Colenso' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17124980-1: Based on the initial data import