Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
ribae
ID:
155340

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Pacheco & R.C.Moran) Lellinger

Source:
ipni

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 93(3): 147. 2003

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000154669



Common Names

  • Ribae Shieldfern
  • Ribae Spleenwort
  • Common Shieldfern


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Description

Diplazium ribae (also called Riba's Spleenwort, among many other common names) is a perennial fern with a creeping rhizome. It is native to the eastern United States and Canada and is found in moist woods and thickets. It has a light green frond with a triangular shape and a leathery texture.

Uses & Benefits

Diplazium ribae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used for erosion control and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplazium ribae is a small, whitish-green spikelet, which is borne on a long, slender stalk. The seed is small, black and round. The seedlings are small, with a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplazium ribae is a hardy fern that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It is best propagated by division or by spore sowing. It can also be propagated by cuttings.

Where to Find Diplazium ribae

Diplazium ribae is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and Australia. It is found in moist and wet forests, as well as in open grasslands and along streams.

Diplazium ribae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplazium ribae?

Diplazium ribae

What is the common name of Diplazium ribae?

Riba's Shield Fern

What type of environment does Diplazium ribae prefer?

Diplazium ribae prefers moist, shady environments.

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

David B. Lellinger (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lellinger' in the authors string.
Robbin C. Moran (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Moran' in the authors string.
Leticia Pacheco (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pacheco' in the authors string.