Status:
valid
Authors:
(W.M.Chu) R.Wei & X.C.Zhang
Source:
ipni
Year:
2012
Citation Micro:
Lycophytes Ferns China 410. 2012
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001425523
Common Names
- Diplazium simile
- Similar Diplazium
- Diplazium Similar
Description
Diplazium simile (also called Similar diplazium, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Dryopteridaceae family. It is native to China, Japan, and Korea. It is found in forests, grasslands, and rocky areas.
Uses & Benefits
Diplazium simile is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It has bright yellow flowers that attract bees and butterflies. The plant is also used for erosion control and soil stabilization.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Diplazium simile has small, yellow flowers with four petals. The seeds are small and round, with a white seed coat. The seedlings are small and have two, oval-shaped cotyledons.
Cultivation and Propagation
Diplazium simile is a perennial herbaceous plant that is propagated by seed or division. When propagating by seed, sow the seeds in a well-draining soil mix in a warm, sunny location. The seeds should be lightly covered with soil and watered regularly until the seedlings emerge. When propagating by division, carefully dig up the plant and divide the root mass into several sections. Replant the divisions in a warm, sunny location and water regularly until the plants become established.
Where to Find Diplazium simile
Diplazium simile is native to Asia. It can be found growing in moist, shady areas in woodlands and meadows.
Diplazium simile FAQ
What is the scientific name of Diplazium simile?
Diplazium simile
What is the common name of Diplazium simile?
Similar Shield Fern
What is the natural habitat of Diplazium simile?
Woodlands, forests, and meadows
Species in the Diplazium genus
Diplazium acanthopus,
Diplazium aculeatum,
Diplazium aemulum,
Diplazium aequibasale,
Diplazium albidosquamatum,
Diplazium angustatum,
Diplazium angustipinna,
Diplazium apatelium,
Diplazium apollinaris,
Diplazium armatum,
Diplazium arnottii,
Diplazium asperulum,
Diplazium asterothrix,
Diplazium atratum,
Diplazium barbatum,
Diplazium barisanicum,
Diplazium beddomei,
Diplazium betimusense,
Diplazium birgeri,
Diplazium bostockii,
Diplazium brachylobum,
Diplazium brachysoroides,
Diplazium brooksii,
Diplazium calliphyllum,
Diplazium cardiomorphum,
Diplazium ceramicum,
Diplazium chattagramicum,
Diplazium christii,
Diplazium cominsii,
Diplazium consacense,
Diplazium costulisorum,
Diplazium cumingii,
Diplazium curtisii,
Diplazium decurrens,
Diplazium deltoideum,
Diplazium dielsii,
Diplazium ellipticum,
Diplazium esculentoides,
Diplazium filamentosum,
Diplazium forbesii,
Diplazium fosbergii,
Diplazium fraxinifolium,
Diplazium fructuosum,
Diplazium furculicola,
Diplazium geophilum,
Diplazium gillespiei,
Diplazium grashoffii,
Diplazium harpeodes,
Diplazium hewittii,
Diplazium himalayense,
Species in the Athyriaceae family
Athyrium ikutae,
Athyrium masayukianum,
Athyrium megayakusimense,
Athyrium mentiens,
Athyrium pseudospinescens,
Athyrium pseudowardii,
Athyrium pseudopinetorum,
Athyrium appendiculiferum,
Athyrium reichsteinii,
Athyrium haleakalae,
Athyrium sessilipinnum,
Deparia angustata,
Deparia bonincola,
Deparia confluens,
Deparia gordonii,
Deparia kaalaana,
Deparia kiyozumiana,
Deparia longipes,
Deparia marginalis,
Deparia otomasui,
Deparia prolifera,
Deparia tenuifolia,
Deparia timetensis,
Deparia birii,
Deparia nakaikeana,
Deparia subsimilis,
Deparia forsythii-majoris,
Deparia formosana,
Deparia heterophlebia,
Deparia yunnanensis,
Deparia hainanensis,
Deparia lancea,
Deparia tomitaroana,
Deparia lobato-crenata,
Deparia acrostichoides,
Deparia petersenii,
Deparia conilii,
Deparia henryi,
Deparia japonica,
Deparia pterorachis,
Deparia pycnosora,
Deparia okuboana,
Deparia viridifrons,
Deparia allantodioides,
Deparia boryana,
Deparia unifurcata,
Deparia biserialis,
Deparia marojejyensis,
Deparia dimorphophylla,
Deparia coreana,
References
Ran Wei (b.1985): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Wei' in the authors string.