Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
squamigerum
ID:
1253926

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Mett.) Hope

Source:
tro

Year:
1904

Citation Micro:
Index Pl. Jap. [J. Matsumura] 1: 304. 1904

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001253264



Common Names

  • Diplazium
  • Scaly Cloak Fern
  • Scaly Spleenwort


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Description

Diplazium squamigerum (also called Scaly Spleenwort, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Woodsiaceae. It is native to tropical regions in Asia and the Pacific. It is found in moist, shady habitats, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Diplazium squamigerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used as a source of food for livestock and as a natural fertilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplazium squamigerum has small white flowers and small, black, shiny seeds. The seedlings are small and have a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplazium squamigerum is a fern, usually growing to a height of 30-60 cm. It can be propagated from spores or division. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-drained soil mix and kept moist. Division should be done in spring or autumn. The plant prefers a warm, humid climate and should be grown in partial shade.

Where to Find Diplazium squamigerum

Diplazium squamigerum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Diplazium squamigerum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplazium squamigerum?

Diplazium squamigerum

What is the common name of Diplazium squamigerum?

Scaly Spleenwort

What is the natural habitat of Diplazium squamigerum?

It is found in moist forests and woodlands in tropical and subtropical regions of the world.

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

Georg Heinrich Mettenius (1823-1866): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Mett.' in the authors string.
John Hope (1725-1786): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hope' in the authors string.