Status:
valid
Authors:
B.Y.Sun & C.H.Kim
Source:
tro
Year:
2004
Citation Micro:
Novon 14(4): 440 (-443; f.1). 2004 [20 Dec 2004]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001274852
Common Names
- Phegopteris Koreana
- Koreana Phegopteris
- Phegopteris of Koreana
Description
Phegopteris koreana (also called Korean Beech Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to South Korea. It has small, oval-shaped leaves and white flowers. It grows in moist, shady areas and can be found in forests and woodlands.
Uses & Benefits
Phegopteris koreana is a popular ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments and as a food plant.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Phegopteris koreana has small, white flowers that are clustered together in panicles. The seeds are small, dark brown and round. The seedlings are small and have a single, oval-shaped cotyledon.
Cultivation and Propagation
Phegopteris koreana is a hardy, evergreen fern that is native to Korea. It is easy to propagate and cultivate, and can be grown in full sun to partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and is drought tolerant once established. It can be propagated by division or by spores.
Where to Find Phegopteris koreana
Phegopteris koreana is native to Korea and can be found in the provinces of Chungcheongbuk-do, Gangwon-do, Gyeongsangbuk-do, and Gyeongsangnam-do.
Species in the Phegopteris genus
Phegopteris heterolepia,
Phegopteris keraudreniana,
Phegopteris connectilis,
Phegopteris decursive-pinnata,
Phegopteris subaurita,
Phegopteris cruciata,
Phegopteris hexagonoptera,
Phegopteris levingei,
Phegopteris tibetica,
Phegopteris aurita,
Phegopteris paludosa,
Phegopteris koreana,
Phegopteris henriquesii,
Phegopteris microstegia,
Phegopteris hirtirachis,
Phegopteris fijiensis,
Phegopteris andringitrensis,
Phegopteris rectangularis,
Phegopteris yigongensis,
Phegopteris tibetana,
Phegopteris dianae,
Phegopteris zayuensis,
Phegopteris persimilis,
Phegopteris aubertii,
Phegopteris kinabaluensis,
Phegopteris cyclocarpa,
Species in the Thelypteridaceae family
References
Byung Yun Sun: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Y.Sun' in the authors string.
Chul Hwan Kim: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.H.Kim' in the authors string.