Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
cernuum
ID:
146517

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Gepp in Gibbs

Source:
ipni

Year:
1917

Citation Micro:
Fl. Arfak Mts. : 68 (1917)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145846

Common Names

  • Drooping Filmy Fern
  • Hanging Filmy Fern
  • Drooping Hymenophyllum

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Description

Hymenophyllum cernuum (also called Drooping 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 cernuum 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 cernuum are small and white, with four petals. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum cernuum 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 cernuum

Hymenophyllum cernuum is native to South Africa and can be found in the Eastern Cape.

Hymenophyllum cernuum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum cernuum?

Hymenophyllum cernuum

What is the family of Hymenophyllum cernuum?

Hymenophyllaceae

What is the habitat of Hymenophyllum cernuum?

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

Anthony Gepp (1862-1955): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Gepp' in the authors string.
Lilian Suzette Gibbs (1870-1925): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Gibbs' in the authors string.