Status:
valid
Authors:
C.Chr.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Brittonia 2: 273. 1937. (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145835
Common Names
- Brass's Filmy-Fern
- Brass's Fern
- Brass Fern
Description
Hymenophyllum brassii (also called Brass's Filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Hymenophyllaceae. It is found in Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, and Venezuela. It grows in moist, shady habitats, often in forests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum brassii 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 brassii is small, white and has four petals. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have two cotyledon leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum brassii is a fern species native to New Zealand. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or division. When propagating by spores, the spores should be sown on a sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment. When propagating by division, the rhizomes should be divided and planted in moist, well-draining soil.
Where to Find Hymenophyllum brassii
Hymenophyllum brassii is found in the Philippines.
Hymenophyllum brassii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum brassii?
Hymenophyllum brassii
What is the family of Hymenophyllum brassii?
Hymenophyllaceae
What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum brassii?
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