Status:
valid
Authors:
(Rosenst.) K.Iwats.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Blumea 51(2): 231 (2006)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000145978
Common Names
- New Guinea filmy fern
- Hymenophyllum novoguineense
- Filmy Fern
Description
Hymenophyllum novoguineense (also called New Guinea Filmy-fern, among many other common names) is a small, delicate fern with thin, bright green fronds. It is native to New Guinea, and it grows in moist, shady forests and along stream banks.
Uses & Benefits
Hymenophyllum novoguineense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an aquarium plant. It is also used to make paper and as a source of food for some species of birds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Hymenophyllum novoguineense is a small, greenish-white flower with a single petal. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, thin, and green.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hymenophyllum novoguineense is a small, epiphytic fern native to the tropical and subtropical regions of New Guinea. 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 novoguineense
Hymenophyllum novoguineense is native to New Guinea and can be found in moist, shady areas of the forest.
Hymenophyllum novoguineense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum novoguineense?
Hymenophyllum novoguineense
What type of plant is Hymenophyllum novoguineense?
Fern
Where is Hymenophyllum novoguineense native to?
Papua New Guinea
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