Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Gleicheniales
Species:
deflexum
ID:
1322930

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Holttum) Parris

Source:
ipni

Year:
2012

Citation Micro:
Bull. Natl. Mus. Nat. Sci., Tokyo, B. 38: 119 (2012)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001335384

Common Names

  • Diplopterygium Deflexum
  • Deflexum Diplopterygium
  • Deflexum Chinese Evergreen

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Description

Diplopterygium deflexum (also called Deflexed diplopterygium, among many other common names) is a species of fern native to Japan. It is an evergreen herb, growing up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate in shape, with a glossy dark green color.

Uses & Benefits

Diplopterygium deflexum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant for treating digestive issues, headaches, and fever.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Diplopterygium deflexum has small, white flowers, small, black, round seeds, and small seedlings with long, narrow leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplopterygium deflexum is a tropical plant that can be grown in full sun or partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can be propagated by division or from seed. When propagating from seed, the seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 20-25°C (68-77°F).

Where to Find Diplopterygium deflexum

Diplopterygium deflexum is found in the tropical and subtropical regions of India, Sri Lanka, and Myanmar.

Diplopterygium deflexum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplopterygium deflexum?

Diplopterygium deflexum

What type of plant is Diplopterygium deflexum?

A fern

Where is Diplopterygium deflexum found?

It is found in Japan

Species in the Gleicheniaceae family

Dicranopteris elegantula, Dicranopteris lanigera, Dicranopteris nepalensis, Dicranopteris pubigera, Dicranopteris weatherbyi, Dicranopteris linearis, Dicranopteris flexuosa, Dicranopteris nervosa, Dicranopteris pedata, Dicranopteris cadetii, Dicranopteris speciosa, Dicranopteris seramensis, Dicranopteris schomburgkiana, Dicranopteris taiwanensis, Dicranopteris splendida, Dicranopteris subpectinata, Dicranopteris curranii, Dicranopteris clemensiae, Dicranopteris seminuda, Diplopterygium brevipinnulum, Diplopterygium bullatum, Diplopterygium cantonense, Diplopterygium sordidum, Diplopterygium glaucum, Diplopterygium bancroftii, Diplopterygium blotianum, Diplopterygium cantonensis, Diplopterygium conversum, Diplopterygium elmeri, Diplopterygium giganteum, Diplopterygium laevissimum, Diplopterygium longissimum, Diplopterygium norrisii, Diplopterygium pinnatum, Diplopterygium volubile, Diplopterygium chinensis, Diplopterygium irregulare, Diplopterygium rufum, Diplopterygium glaucoides, Diplopterygium angustilobum, Diplopterygium clemensiae, Diplopterygium deflexum, Gleichenella pectinata, Gleichenia abscida, Gleichenia mendellii, Gleichenia punctulata, Gleichenia polypodioides, Gleichenia owhyhensis, Gleichenia litoralis, Gleichenia boryi,

References

Barbara Sydney Parris (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parris' in the authors string.
Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.