Status:
valid
Authors:
(Forst.) Sw.
Source:
tro
Year:
1801
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Schrader) 1800(2): 99 (1801)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286822
Common Names
- Bivalve Hymenophyllum
- Bivalve Filmyfern
- Mexican Filmyfern
Description
Hymenophyllum bivalve (also called Two-valved Filmy Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to Australia. It has small, fan-shaped fronds and grows in moist, shady areas, such as rainforests and wet sclerophyll forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum bivalve is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and aquariums, as well as for food and medicinal purposes.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenophyllum bivalve has small, greenish-brown flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small, round and black. Its seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum bivalve is a fern that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment.
Where to Find Hymenophyllum bivalve
Hymenophyllum bivalve is native to Australia and can be found in moist, open areas.
Hymenophyllum bivalve FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum bivalve?
Hymenophyllum bivalve
What is the common name of Hymenophyllum bivalve?
Two-Valved Filmy Fern
What is the natural habitat of Hymenophyllum bivalve?
Moist, shady areas
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