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Common Names
- Hymenophyllum Fern
- Filmy Fern
- Lace Fern
Synonyms
- Mecodium treubii (Racib.) Copel. [unknown]
Description
Hymenophyllum treubii (also called Treub's 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 treubii 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 treubii 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.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum treubii 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 treubii
Hymenophyllum treubii 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 treubii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum treubii?
Hymenophyllum treubii
What type of plant is Hymenophyllum treubii?
Fern
Where is Hymenophyllum treubii 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