Hymenophyllum gorgoneum - Uses, Benefits & Care
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
gorgoneum
ID:
146571
Status:
valid
Authors:
Copel.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1937
Citation Micro:
Philipp. J. Sci. 64: 60, t. 26 (1937)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145900
Common Names
- Gorgoneum Filmy-fern
- Gorgoneum Hymenophyllum
- Hymenophyllum Gorgoneum
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- Meringium gorgoneum (Copel.) Copel. [unknown]
Description
Hymenophyllum gorgoneum (also called Gorgon Filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a small, delicate fern with a single row of fronds. It is native to the tropical Americas and is found in humid, shady habitats, such as rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum gorgoneum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in aquariums as a decorative plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenophyllum gorgoneum is small, white and has four petals. The seed is small and brown. The seedlings are small and thin.
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Hymenophyllum gorgoneum is a fern species native to Australia. It is an epiphytic 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 gorgoneum
Hymenophyllum gorgoneum is found in the wetter parts of South America.
Hymenophyllum gorgoneum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum gorgoneum?
Hymenophyllum gorgoneum
What is the common name of Hymenophyllum gorgoneum?
Gorgon Filmy Fern
Where does Hymenophyllum gorgoneum grow?
New Zealand
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:17399070-1: Based on the initial data import