Hymenophyllum bontocense - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
bontocense
ID:
146498
Status:
valid
Authors:
Copel.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 64: 33, t. 12 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145827
Common Names
- Filmy Fern
- Bontoc Filmy-Fern
- Bontoc Fern
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Hymenophyllum bontocense (also called Bontoc filmy fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Hymenophyllaceae. It is an epiphyte, meaning it grows on other plants, and is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a small fern, with fronds that are usually less than 10 cm long. It is native to the Philippines, where it is found in humid forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum bontocense has been used in traditional medicine to treat fever, headache, and stomachache. It is also used as an ornamental plant in aquariums and as a decorative plant in gardens.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenophyllum bontocense is small, white and has four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledon leaves.
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Hymenophyllum bontocense can be propagated by division of the rhizomes. It prefers a shady position in moist, humus-rich soil. It can be grown in containers and will require regular watering and fertilizing.
Where to Find Hymenophyllum bontocense
Hymenophyllum bontocense is found in the Philippines.
Hymenophyllum bontocense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum bontocense?
Hymenophyllum bontocense
What is the family of Hymenophyllum bontocense?
Hymenophyllaceae
What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum bontocense?
Epiphytic on tree trunks in humid forests
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
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17398970-1: Based on the initial data import