Hymenophyllum torricellianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
torricellianum
ID:
146757
Status:
valid
Authors:
Alderw.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1913
Citation Micro:
Bull. Jard. Bot. Buitenzorg , ser. 2, 11: 14 (1913)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000146086
Common Names
- Hymenophyllum Fern
- Filmy Fern
- Lace Fern
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Hymenophyllum torricellianum (also called Torricelli 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 torricellianum 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 torricellianum 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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Hymenophyllum torricellianum 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 torricellianum
Hymenophyllum torricellianum 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 torricellianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum torricellianum?
Hymenophyllum torricellianum
What type of plant is Hymenophyllum torricellianum?
Fern
Where is Hymenophyllum torricellianum 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
Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17285550-1: Based on the initial data import