Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
villosum
ID:
146771

Status:
valid

Authors:
Colenso

Source:
ipni

Year:
1878

Citation Micro:
Tasmanian J. Nat. Sci. 2: 185. 1844 ; & Kirk. Tr. N. Zeal. Inst. 10. 395. 1878

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000146100



Common Names

  • Villosum Filmy Fern
  • Villosum Hymenophyllum
  • Hairy Filmy Fern


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Synonyms

  • Mecodium villosum (Colenso) Copel. [unknown]

Description

Hymenophyllum villosum (also called Hairy filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a small fern with a delicate, filmy texture. It is native to South America, and is found in humid, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyllum villosum 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 villosum 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 villosum 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 villosum

Hymenophyllum villosum 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 villosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum villosum?

Hymenophyllum villosum

What type of plant is Hymenophyllum villosum?

Fern

Where is Hymenophyllum villosum 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