Description
Diplazium mutilum (also called 'Mutilated Fern', among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern. It is native to South America, where it is found in wet, sandy soils in open areas. It has small, delicate, dark green fronds and small, bright yellow spores. It is found in moist, shady areas, such as forests and woodlands.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diplazium mutilum has small, white, bell-shaped flowers. The flowers are followed by small, round, yellow berries. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with small, oval-shaped leaves.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplazium mutilum can be propagated by division or by seed. When propagating by division, the plant should be divided into sections that have at least one growing point. The divided sections should then be planted in moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. When propagating by seed, the seeds should be sown on the surface of moist soil and kept in a warm, humid environment. The seeds should germinate within a few weeks.
Where to Find Diplazium mutilum
Diplazium mutilum is found in wet meadows, marshes, bogs, and wet woods in tropical Asia and Africa.