Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Hymenophyllales
Species:
trichophorum
ID:
146762

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alderw.) Ebihara & K.Iwats.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2006

Citation Micro:
Blumea 51(2): 229 (2006)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000146091

Common Names

  • Filmy Fern
  • Thin-leaved Filmy Fern
  • Trichophorum Filmy Fern

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Synonyms

  • Trichomanes trichophorum Alderw. [unknown]

Description

Hymenophyllum trichophorum (also called Hairy Filmy Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Hymenophyllaceae family. It is native to New Zealand and grows in moist, shady places in lowland and montane forests. It is a small, delicate fern with bright green, lance-shaped fronds that are covered in hairs. The fronds are typically 4-10 cm long and 1-2 cm wide.

Uses & Benefits

Hymenophyllum trichophorum is used in the horticultural industry as an ornamental plant. It is also used in the aquarium trade as a decorative aquatic plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Hymenophyllum trichophorum is small and white, with a yellowish-green center. The seed is small and round, with a light brown color. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a light green color.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Hymenophyllum trichophorum is a fern that is best grown in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by spores, which should be sown in a moist, sterile medium. The plant can also be propagated by division of the rhizomes.

Where to Find Hymenophyllum trichophorum

Hymenophyllum trichophorum is native to the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Peru. It can be found in the understory of the rainforest, growing on tree trunks and rocks.

Hymenophyllum trichophorum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Hymenophyllum trichophorum?

Hymenophyllum trichophorum

What type of plant is Hymenophyllum trichophorum?

Fern

Where is Hymenophyllum trichophorum native to?

South America

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

Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.
Kunio Iwatsuki (b.1934): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'K.Iwats.' in the authors string.
Atsushi Ebihara (b.1965): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ebihara' in the authors string.