Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
zanzibarica
ID:
1410665

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) Christenh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2018

Citation Micro:
Global Fl. 04:25. 2018

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001423130



Common Names

  • Deparia zanzibarica
  • Zanzibar Deparia
  • Zanzibar Fern


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Description

Deparia zanzibarica (also called Zanzibar Deparia, among many other common names) is a fern native to tropical regions. It has a short, creeping rhizome and is characterized by its long, lanceolate fronds. It grows in moist, shady areas and is typically found in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Deparia zanzibarica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used as a ground cover, as it grows quickly and is easy to maintain.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Deparia zanzibarica has small, yellow-green flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deparia zanzibarica is a terrestrial fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a slow-growing species that prefers moist, shady environments. It can be propagated by division or by spores. When propagating by spores, the spores should be sown on a sterile medium and kept moist until germination. Once the ferns have reached a few inches in height, they can be transplanted into individual pots.

Where to Find Deparia zanzibarica

Deparia zanzibarica is native to the tropical rainforests of East Africa.

Deparia zanzibarica FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deparia zanzibarica?

Deparia zanzibarica

What is the common name of Deparia zanzibarica?

Zanzibar Deparia

What is the natural habitat of Deparia zanzibarica?

Moist woods, swamps, and bogs

Species in the Deparia genus

Deparia angustata, Deparia bonincola, Deparia confluens, Deparia gordonii, Deparia kaalaana, Deparia kiyozumiana, Deparia longipes, Deparia marginalis, Deparia otomasui, Deparia prolifera, Deparia tenuifolia, Deparia timetensis, Deparia birii, Deparia nakaikeana, Deparia subsimilis, Deparia forsythii-majoris, Deparia formosana, Deparia heterophlebia, Deparia yunnanensis, Deparia hainanensis, Deparia lancea, Deparia tomitaroana, Deparia lobato-crenata, Deparia acrostichoides, Deparia petersenii, Deparia conilii, Deparia henryi, Deparia japonica, Deparia pterorachis, Deparia pycnosora, Deparia okuboana, Deparia viridifrons, Deparia allantodioides, Deparia boryana, Deparia unifurcata, Deparia biserialis, Deparia marojejyensis, Deparia dimorphophylla, Deparia coreana, Deparia omeiensis, Deparia erecta, Deparia dickasonii, Deparia fenzliana, Deparia macdonellii, Deparia zeylanica, Deparia polyrhizon, Deparia parvisora, Deparia pseudoconilii, Deparia kiusiana, Deparia florensiae,

Species in the Athyriaceae family

Athyrium ikutae, Athyrium masayukianum, Athyrium megayakusimense, Athyrium mentiens, Athyrium pseudospinescens, Athyrium pseudowardii, Athyrium pseudopinetorum, Athyrium appendiculiferum, Athyrium reichsteinii, Athyrium haleakalae, Athyrium sessilipinnum, Deparia angustata, Deparia bonincola, Deparia confluens, Deparia gordonii, Deparia kaalaana, Deparia kiyozumiana, Deparia longipes, Deparia marginalis, Deparia otomasui, Deparia prolifera, Deparia tenuifolia, Deparia timetensis, Deparia birii, Deparia nakaikeana, Deparia subsimilis, Deparia forsythii-majoris, Deparia formosana, Deparia heterophlebia, Deparia yunnanensis, Deparia hainanensis, Deparia lancea, Deparia tomitaroana, Deparia lobato-crenata, Deparia acrostichoides, Deparia petersenii, Deparia conilii, Deparia henryi, Deparia japonica, Deparia pterorachis, Deparia pycnosora, Deparia okuboana, Deparia viridifrons, Deparia allantodioides, Deparia boryana, Deparia unifurcata, Deparia biserialis, Deparia marojejyensis, Deparia dimorphophylla, Deparia coreana,

References

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.