Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Species:
javanica
ID:
1107951

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Blume) C.Chr.

Source:
tro

Year:
1905

Citation Micro:
Index Filic. 227. 1905

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107289

Common Names

  • Diplaziopsis javanica
  • Javanese Diplaziopsis
  • Javanese Fork Fern

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Description

Diplaziopsis javanica (also called Javanese Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to tropical and temperate regions. It is typically found in moist forests, thickets, and along streams. It has a creeping rhizome and lanceolate-ovate, leathery, dark green fronds.

Uses & Benefits

Diplaziopsis javanica is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a soil stabilizer and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplaziopsis javanica is small and white, with a delicate, feathery texture. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are small, delicate, and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplaziopsis javanica is a hardy, evergreen fern that is easy to propagate and cultivate. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in partial shade and can tolerate full sun if the soil is kept moist. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizomes in early spring or by spore sowing in late summer. It is also possible to propagate from cuttings of the fronds.

Where to Find Diplaziopsis javanica

Diplaziopsis javanica is native to Southeast Asia, where it is found in tropical forests and grasslands. It is also found in India, Sri Lanka, and the Philippines.

References

The Plant List v1.1 record tro-26600134: Based on the initial data import
Carl Ludwig Blume (1796-1862): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Blume' in the authors string.
Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.