Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
lanceolatum
ID:
1286743

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rojas

Source:
tro

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Mét. Ecol. Sist. 4(3): 23 (-24; f.1). 2009 [Dec 2009]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286081



Common Names

  • Diplazium lanceolatum
  • Lanceolate Diplazium
  • Lanceolate Fern


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Description

Diplazium lanceolatum (also called Lanceolate Spleenwort, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Diplaziaceae family. It is native to Central and South America. It is a medium-sized fern with a creeping rhizome and a tuft of fronds. The leaves are lanceolate and glabrous. The sori are round and borne on the underside of the fronds. It grows in tropical and subtropical moist forests.

Uses & Benefits

Diplazium lanceolatum is an ornamental plant that is used in gardens and landscapes. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating respiratory and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplazium lanceolatum has small, yellowish-green flowers, which are followed by small, dark brown seeds. Seedlings are slender and have two, erect leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplazium lanceolatum is a perennial fern that can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be grown in containers or in the ground.

Where to Find Diplazium lanceolatum

Diplazium lanceolatum is native to Mexico and Central America. It is found in tropical and subtropical dry forests, as well as disturbed areas such as roadsides and abandoned fields.

Diplazium lanceolatum FAQ

What is the natural habitat of Diplazium lanceolatum?

Diplazium lanceolatum is native to Madagascar.

What is the size of Diplazium lanceolatum?

Diplazium lanceolatum is a small, fern that grows to a height of 1-2 feet.

What is the water requirement of Diplazium lanceolatum?

Diplazium lanceolatum requires regular watering during the growing season.

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,