Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
angustisquamatum
ID:
1234014

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Holttum) Parris

Source:
tro

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Fern Gaz. 12(2): 118. 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001233352



Common Names

  • Diplazium angustisquamatum
  • Fern
  • Ferns


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Description

Diplazium angustisquamatum (also called Narrow-scaled Diplazium, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to India. It is a terrestrial fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are pinnate-pinnatifid. It is found in moist forests, in the understory of trees, and in shady places.

Uses & Benefits

Diplazium angustisquamatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber and medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplazium angustisquamatum has small, white flowers with five petals and its seeds are small and black. Its seedlings have oval-shaped cotyledons and long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplazium angustisquamatum is a tropical plant that is easily propagated from spores or cuttings. It prefers well-drained, moist soil and partial shade. It can be grown in full sun, but may require more frequent watering. It is best to water the plant deeply and then allow the soil to dry out before watering again. Fertilize with a balanced fertilizer every two weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Diplazium angustisquamatum

Diplazium angustisquamatum is native to Southeast Asia and is found in moist, shady places in lowland forests.

Diplazium angustisquamatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplazium angustisquamatum?

Diplazium angustisquamatum

What is the common name of Diplazium angustisquamatum?

Narrow-leaved Shield Fern

What type of plant is Diplazium angustisquamatum?

Fern

Species in the Diplazium genus

Diplazium acanthopus, Diplazium aculeatum, Diplazium aemulum, Diplazium aequibasale, Diplazium albidosquamatum, Diplazium angustatum, Diplazium angustipinna, Diplazium apatelium, Diplazium apollinaris, Diplazium armatum, Diplazium arnottii, Diplazium asperulum, Diplazium asterothrix, Diplazium atratum, Diplazium barbatum, Diplazium barisanicum, Diplazium beddomei, Diplazium betimusense, Diplazium birgeri, Diplazium bostockii, Diplazium brachylobum, Diplazium brachysoroides, Diplazium brooksii, Diplazium calliphyllum, Diplazium cardiomorphum, Diplazium ceramicum, Diplazium chattagramicum, Diplazium christii, Diplazium cominsii, Diplazium consacense, Diplazium costulisorum, Diplazium cumingii, Diplazium curtisii, Diplazium decurrens, Diplazium deltoideum, Diplazium dielsii, Diplazium ellipticum, Diplazium esculentoides, Diplazium filamentosum, Diplazium forbesii, Diplazium fosbergii, Diplazium fraxinifolium, Diplazium fructuosum, Diplazium furculicola, Diplazium geophilum, Diplazium gillespiei, Diplazium grashoffii, Diplazium harpeodes, Diplazium hewittii, Diplazium himalayense,

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

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50074955: Based on the initial data import
Barbara Sydney Parris (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parris' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.