Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
lucidum
ID:
1118438

Status:
valid

Authors:
(D.Don) Spreng.

Source:
tro

Year:
1827

Citation Micro:
Syst. Veg. ed. 16 4(1): 66 (1827)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001117776



Common Names

  • Onychium Lucidum
  • Gleaming Shield Fern
  • Varnished Shield Fern


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Description

Onychium lucidum (also called Shining Onychium, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern with lance-shaped fronds. It is native to China, and is typically found in moist, shady areas such as forests and woodlands.

Uses & Benefits

Onychium lucidum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Onychium lucidum has small yellow-green flowers with a single pistil and 6 stamens. Its seeds are small and round, and the seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Onychium lucidum is a fern native to tropical regions of the world. It is a slow-growing species that can be propagated from spores or by division. It prefers moist, well-draining soil and partial to full shade. It is a low-maintenance plant that requires little care.

Where to Find Onychium lucidum

Onychium lucidum is native to Japan and can be found in moist forests.

Species in the Onychium genus

Species in the Pteridaceae family

References

Kurt Polycarp Joachim Sprengel (1766-1833): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Spreng.' in the authors string.
David Don (1799-1841): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'D.Don' in the authors string.