Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Species:
japonica
ID:
1108049

Status:
valid

Authors:
Nakai

Source:
tro

Year:
1928

Citation Micro:
Bot. Mag. (Tokyo) 42: 206. 1928

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001107387

Common Names

  • Japanese Plagiogyria
  • Golden Fern
  • Golden Polypody

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Uses & Benefits

Plagiogyria japonica is a fern species that is often used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscapes. It is also used to create naturalistic displays in terrariums, as well as to provide ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Plagiogyria japonica has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in a panicle. The seeds are small and black, and the seedlings have two cotyledons and a long, slender hypocotyl.

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Where to Find Plagiogyria japonica

Plagiogyria japonica is native to Japan, where it is found in moist forests and grasslands. It is also found in Taiwan and China.

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