Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
tomaniiviense
ID:
146756

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brownlie) Ebihara & K.Iwats.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2004

Citation Micro:
Taxon 53(4): 943 (2004)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000146085



Common Names

  • Hymenophyllum Fern
  • Filmy Fern
  • Lace Fern


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Synonyms

  • Trichomanes tomaniiviense Brownlie [unknown]

Description

Hymenophyllum tomaniiviense (also called Tomaniivi 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 tomaniiviense is used in the horticultural industry as an ornamental plant. It is also used in the aquarium trade as a decorative aquatic plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenophyllum tomaniiviense is small and white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum tomaniiviense 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 tomaniiviense

Hymenophyllum tomaniiviense is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Peru. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest, growing on tree trunks and rocks.

Hymenophyllum tomaniiviense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum tomaniiviense?

Hymenophyllum tomaniiviense

What type of plant is Hymenophyllum tomaniiviense?

Fern

Where is Hymenophyllum tomaniiviense 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

Garth Brownlie (1920-1986): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brownlie' in the authors string.
Kunio Iwatsuki (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Iwats.' in the authors string.
Atsushi Ebihara (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ebihara' in the authors string.