Status:
valid
Authors:
(Ching & Chiu) K.Iwats.
Source:
tro
Year:
1985
Citation Micro:
J. Fac. Sci. Univ. Tokyo, Sect. 3, Bot. 13(5): 522 (1985)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001226943
Common Names
- Hymenophyllum longissimum
- Long-stalked Filmy Fern
- Long-stemmed Filmy Fern
Description
Hymenophyllum longissimum (also called Long Hymenophyllum, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern with long fronds, native to Southeast Asia. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests, scrub and grasslands.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum longissimum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks due to its attractive foliage and delicate flowers. It is also used in traditional Chinese medicine to treat fever, inflammation, and other ailments.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hymenophyllum longissimum has small, white flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have a single cotyledon and two small, rounded leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum longissimum is a fern native to the Himalayas. It is best propagated by spores. The spores should be sown on a moist, sterile medium such as vermiculite or perlite. The medium should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment. The spores will germinate in about two weeks. Once the plants have grown to a few inches in height, they can be transplanted to individual pots filled with a well-draining potting mix.
Where to Find Hymenophyllum longissimum
Hymenophyllum longissimum is native to Central and South America and is found in moist, shady forests. It can also be found in cultivation in many parts of the world.
Hymenophyllum longissimum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum longissimum?
Hymenophyllum longissimum
What is the common name of Hymenophyllum longissimum?
Long-leaved filmy fern
What is the natural habitat of Hymenophyllum longissimum?
Moist, shady places in 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