Status:
valid
Authors:
(Bosch) Ebihara & K.Iwats.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Taxon 53(4): 941 (2004)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145976
Common Names
- Shining filmy fern
- Hymenophyllum nitidulum
- Filmy Fern
Description
Hymenophyllum nitidulum (also called Shining Filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a small, delicate fern with thin, bright green fronds. It is native to New Zealand, and it grows in moist, shady forests and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum nitidulum is used in the aquarium trade as an ornamental aquatic plant. It is also used as a ground cover in gardens and as a decorative plant in terrariums.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenophyllum nitidulum is small, white and inconspicuous. The seed is a small, black, round capsule. The seedlings are small and delicate.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum nitidulum is a small, epiphytic fern native to the tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is a slow-growing species and prefers moist, well-drained soil. It can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizomes. It is best grown in a shady area with plenty of humidity.
Where to Find Hymenophyllum nitidulum
Hymenophyllum nitidulum can be found in New Zealand, Australia, and New Caledonia.
Hymenophyllum nitidulum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum nitidulum?
Hymenophyllum nitidulum
What type of plant is Hymenophyllum nitidulum?
Fern
Where is Hymenophyllum nitidulum native to?
Australia
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