Status:
valid
Authors:
(Hook. f. & Wilson) Lindb. ex A. Jaeger & Sauerb.
Source:
tro
Year:
1861
Citation Micro:
Ber. Thätigk. St. Gallischen Naturwiss. Ges. 1877–78: 360 (Gen. Sp. Musc. 2: ?) 1861
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001184828
Common Names
- Hypnodendron marginatum
- Margin Hypnodendron
- Margin Moss
Description
Hypnodendron marginatum (also called Margin-leaved Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a species of tree fern native to New Zealand and Norfolk Island. It has a trunk up to 5 m (16 ft) tall and a crown of large, spreading fronds up to 4 m (13 ft) long. It grows in moist, shady forests, often near streams.
Uses & Benefits
Hypnodendron marginatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover. It is also used in the production of herbal medicines and as a soil stabilizer.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hypnodendron marginatum has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black and its seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hypnodendron marginatum can be propagated by division or by seed. Cultivation requires moist, well-drained soils in partial shade. It is best to avoid direct sunlight and to water regularly.
Where to Find Hypnodendron marginatum
Hypnodendron marginatum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of South America, Central America, and the Caribbean.
Hypnodendron marginatum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hypnodendron marginatum?
Hypnodendron marginatum
What is the common name of Hypnodendron marginatum?
Hypnodendron marginatum
Where is Hypnodendron marginatum found?
Hypnodendron marginatum is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, including South America, Africa, and Southeast Asia.
Species in the Hypnodendron genus
Species in the Spiridentaceae family
Bescherellia elegantissima,
Cyrtopus setosus,
Dendro-hypnum beccarii,
Dendro-hypnum auricomum,
Dendro-hypnum brevipes,
Dendro-hypnum flagelliferum,
Dendro-hypnum fuscomucronatum,
Dendro-hypnum milnei,
Dendro-hypnum opacum,
Dendro-hypnum reinwardtii,
Dendro-hypnum subspininervium,
Hypnodendron arcuatum,
Hypnodendron junghuhnii,
Hypnodendron marginatum,
Hypnodendron microstictum,
Hypnodendron samoanum,
Hypnodendron spininervium,
Hypnodendron vitiense,
Spiridens camusii,
Spiridens capillifer,
Spiridens longifolius,
Spiridens perichaetialis,
Spiridens reinwardtii,
Spiridens vieillardii,
Spiridens spiridentoides,
Touwiodendron diversifolium,
Mniodendron camptotheca,
Mniodendron colensoi,
Mniodendron comatulum,
Mniodendron comatum,
Mniodendron comosum,
Mniodendron dendroides,
Mniodendron tahiticum,