Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

Details of genus: Davallia [1506]

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Family: Davalliaceae

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description_en: Genus of 34 species of mostly epiphytic ferns found by streams or on rocks in the W. Mediterranean region, N. Africa, from China to Japan, and from tropical Asia to Australia and the Pacific islands. Creeping surface rhizomes, densely covered with scales, produce triangular, usually finely dissected, shiny fronds, which, in many species, are short-lived and deciduous. The sori are marginal or submarginal, with tubular to urn-shaped indusia. In frost-prone climates, Davallia species are suitable for a warm or cool greenhouse or bathroom; they look particularly effective when grown in hanging baskets, and their cut fronds may also be used in flower arranging. In warmer climates, grow in a moist, shaded site.

hardiness_en: Most are halfhardy to frost tender; D. mariesii is hardy to -7°C (19°F) if protected in winter.

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propagation_en: Sow spores of hardy species at 15°C (59°F), and tender species at 21°C (70°F), as soon as ripe. Divide rhizomes in spring, ensuring each division has roots. See also p.51.

pests_en: Trouble free.

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comment_ja: トキワシノブ

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Update Information: Created: 2007-12-06 12:51; Updated: 2020-09-04 03:56

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