Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
speciosum
ID:
155372

Status:
valid

Authors:
Blume

Source:
ipni

Year:
1828

Citation Micro:
Enum. Pl. Javae 2: 193. 1828

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000154701



Common Names

  • Showy Cloak Fern
  • Crested Shield Fern
  • Crested Wood Fern


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Synonyms

  • Athyrium speciosum (Blume) Milde [unknown]
  • Asplenium speciosum Mett. [unknown]

Description

Diplazium speciosum (also called Showy Shield Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Dryopteridaceae. It is native to tropical Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests, thickets, and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Diplazium speciosum 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 speciosum is a small, greenish-white spikelet, with a single stamen. The seed is a small, round, black seed. The seedlings are small, with a single, upright stem and two small, green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplazium speciosum can be grown in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores.

Where to Find Diplazium speciosum

Diplazium speciosum is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Australia, and the Pacific Islands. It is found in moist forests, along rivers, and in other wet areas.

Diplazium speciosum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplazium speciosum?

Diplazium speciosum

What is the common name of Diplazium speciosum?

Speciosum's wood fern

Where is Diplazium speciosum native to?

Central and South America

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,