Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
cavaleriana
ID:
1123573

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Christ) C.Chr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Index Filic., Suppl. (1906-1912) 25. 1913

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001122911

Common Names

  • Diplaziopsis cavaleriana
  • Cavalerian's Diplaziopsis
  • Cavalerian's Shield Fern

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Description

Diplaziopsis cavaleriana (also called Cavaler's Diplaziopsis, among many other common names) is a fern species native to China. It is a small, evergreen fern with long, narrow, lance-shaped fronds that are typically green in color. It grows in moist, shady areas, such as woodlands, and is often found growing on rocks and tree trunks.

Uses & Benefits

Diplaziopsis cavaleriana is an evergreen fern that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas and is drought tolerant. It is also used medicinally to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplaziopsis cavaleriana has small, yellow-green flowers that are clustered in panicles. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, round cotyledon.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplaziopsis cavaleriana is a deciduous fern that grows best in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. Propagate by division in spring or autumn. Can also be propagated from spores.

Where to Find Diplaziopsis cavaleriana

Diplaziopsis cavaleriana is native to India, China, and Southeast Asia.

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26618443: Based on the initial data import
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.
Konrad H. Christ (1833-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christ' in the authors string.