Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
morogorense
ID:
155257

Status:
valid

Authors:
J.P.Roux

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Strelitzia 23: 217. 2009

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000154586



Common Names

  • Morogoro Shieldfern
  • Morogoro Diplazium
  • Morogoro Fern


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Synonyms

  • Callipteris ulugurica Verdc. [unknown]

Description

Diplazium morogorense (also called Morogoro Spleenwort, among many other common names) is a fern species native to the tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas, such as in moist forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Diplazium morogorense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of food, fuel, and timber.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplazium morogorense has small, greenish-brown flowers that are arranged in an open panicle. Its seeds are small, round, and black, and its seedlings are light green with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplazium morogorense can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizomes. When propagating from spores, the spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs. When propagating by division, the rhizomes should be divided into smaller sections and planted in a moist, well-draining soil. The plants should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they are established.

Where to Find Diplazium morogorense

Diplazium morogorense is native to Japan and can be found in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along riverbanks.

Diplazium morogorense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplazium morogorense?

Diplazium morogorense

What is the common name of Diplazium morogorense?

Morogoro Shield Fern

What type of fern is Diplazium morogorense?

Evergreen 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,

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