Status:
valid
Authors:
Roxb.in Beats.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1816
Citation Micro:
St. Helena 311. 1816 Hk. sp. 1. 109 t. 3 (1816)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145843
Common Names
- Hair-cap Fern
- Hair-cap Filmy Fern
- Hair-like Filmy Fern
Synonyms
- Hymenophyllum infortunatum Bory [unknown]
- Sphaerocionium infortunatum C.Presl [unknown]
Description
Hymenophyllum capillaceum (also called Hair-cap 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 capillaceum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to add texture and color to floral arrangements. It is known to be a good air purifier and can help reduce indoor air pollution.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Hymenophyllum capillaceum are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum capillaceum 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 capillaceum
Hymenophyllum capillaceum is native to New Zealand and can be found in the North Island.
Hymenophyllum capillaceum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum capillaceum?
Hymenophyllum capillaceum
What is the family of Hymenophyllum capillaceum?
Hymenophyllaceae
What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum capillaceum?
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