Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
serrulatum
ID:
146731

Status:
valid

Authors:
(C.Presl) C.Chr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Index Filic. : 367 (1905)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000146060



Common Names

  • Serrulate Fern
  • Toothed Fern
  • Saw-toothed Fern


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Synonyms

  • Didymoglossum serrulatum C.Presl [unknown]
  • Hymenophyllum bougainvillense Jeff W.Grimes [unknown]
  • Hymenophyllum meyenianum (Presl) Copel. [unknown]
  • Hymenophyllum polyodon Baker [unknown]
  • Hymenophyllum preslii (Bosch) Rosenst. [unknown]
  • Hymenophyllum pulchrum Copel. [unknown]
  • Hymenophyllum smithii Hook. [unknown]
  • Leptocionium preslii Bosch [unknown]
  • Leptocionium serrulatum Bosch [unknown]
  • Meringium pulchrum (Copel.) Copel. [unknown]
  • Trichomanes meyenianum (Pr.) Bosch [unknown]
  • Meringium meyenianum C.Presl [unknown]
  • Leptocionium violaceum Bosch [unknown]

Description

Hymenophyllum serrulatum (also called Serrated Filmy Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Hymenophyllaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and grows in moist, shady places in lowland and montane forests. It is a small, delicate fern with bright green, lance-shaped fronds that are covered in hairs. The fronds are typically 4-10 cm long and 1-2 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyllum serrulatum is a fern that is used in gardens as a ground cover and for its ornamental foliage. It is also used in landscaping and as a houseplant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenophyllum serrulatum is small, white, and has four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two small cotyledons.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum serrulatum is a fern that is best grown in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spores, which should be sown in a moist, sterile medium. The plant can also be propagated by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Hymenophyllum serrulatum

Hymenophyllum serrulatum is found in New Zealand, Australia, and New Caledonia.

Hymenophyllum serrulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum serrulatum?

Hymenophyllum serrulatum

What type of plant is Hymenophyllum serrulatum?

Fern

Where is Hymenophyllum serrulatum 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

Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.