Dryostichum singulare - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
singulare
ID:
144197
Status:
valid
Authors:
W.H.Wagner
Source:
ipni
Year:
1992
Citation Micro:
Canad. J. Bot. 70: 248, figs. 1992
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000143526
Common Names
- Singular Wood Fern
- Singular Shield Fern
- Singular Buckler Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Dryostichum singulare (also called Single-veined Leather Fern, among many other common names) is a fern species native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is an evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are fan-shaped. It grows in moist, shady places in forests and along streams.
Uses & Benefits
Dryostichum singulare is used in landscaping and as an ornamental plant. It is also used to create natural barriers and provide shelter for wildlife.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The Dryostichum singulare flower is a small, yellow-green flower that grows in clusters. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, yellow-green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Dryostichum singulare is a species of fern in the family Dryopteridaceae. It is native to Europe and Asia. It is a hardy, evergreen fern that grows in moist, shady areas. Propagation is by spores or division of the rhizomes. The rhizomes should be divided in spring or early summer and planted in a moist, shady area.
Where to Find Dryostichum singulare
Dryostichum singulare is native to the Himalayas and can be found in moist, shady areas of forests.
Dryostichum singulare FAQ
What is the common name of Dryostichum singulare?
Single-vein shield fern
What is the scientific name of Single-vein shield fern?
Dryostichum singulare
What is the natural habitat of Dryostichum singulare?
Moist, shady areas
Species in the Dryostichum genus
Species in the Polypodiaceae family
Dryostichum singulare, Hovenkampia africana, Hovenkampia liebuschii, Hovenkampia schimperiana, Drynaria, Selliguea, Grammitis, Galactodenia, Dictymia, Loxogramme, Goniophlebium, Lecanopteris, Lemmaphyllum, Lepisorus, Leptochilus, Microsorum, Neocheiropteris, Phymatosorus, Podosorus, Thylacopteris, Tricholepidium, Platycerium, Pyrrosia, Campyloneurum, Microgramma, Pecluma, Phlebodium, Pleopeltis, Pleurosoriopsis, Polypodium, Serpocaulon,
References
Warren H. Wagner (1920-2000): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'W.H.Wagner' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:300068-2: Based on the initial data import