Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
orientalis
ID:
1128566

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Hook.) Hook.

Source:
tro

Year:
1862

Citation Micro:
Sp. Fil. [W. J. Hooker] 4: 161. 1862

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001127904



Common Names

  • Orientalis Onoclea
  • Orientalis Sensitive Fern
  • Orientalis Fern


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Description

Onoclea orientalis (also called Oriental Onoclea, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to East Asia. It is an evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome and long-stalked, triangular fronds. It prefers moist, shady habitats, such as in woodlands and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Onoclea orientalis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It can also be used to make paper and as a fodder for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onoclea orientalis has small, white flowers that are clustered together in a spike. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings have long, narrow fronds.

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Where to Find Onoclea orientalis

Onoclea orientalis is native to China, Japan, and Korea.