Chiba University Matsudo/Kashiwa Campus Plant Database

ID: 2343

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# spp.: N/A (from genus_families table) | 0 (from names table)

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Family: Dryopteridaceae

Family ja: オシダ

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Description en: Genus of about 350 terrestrial or epiphytic, evergreen ferns, often with trunk-like rhizomes, found worldwide, in tropical, and warm- or cool-temperate forest. The pinnate to 3-pinnate or simple fronds, arise from erect or some-times creeping rhizomes. Spores, formed in single or often V-shaped, double lines along the veins on the lower surfaces of the fronds, are covered by indusia when young. In frost-prone areas, grow in a warm greenhouse; elsewhere, use in a moist, sheltered site.

Hardiness en: Frost tender.

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Propagation en: Sow spores at 21°C (70°F) as soon as ripe. Separate underground runners of species such as D. esculentum in spring.

Pests en: Snails, slugs, and various insects often cause serious damage to tender young fronds.

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Update information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41