Details of genus: Microlepia [2529]
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Family: Dennstaedtiaceae
family_ja: コバノイシカグマ
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description_en: Genus of about 45 species of terrestrial, evergreen ferns from tropical regions worldwide, mainly found at forest margins. Long-creeping rhizomes produce soft, usually dark green fronds. These are pinnate to 3-pinnate, the pinnae sometimes shallowly to deeply lobed. The round sori are formed within the margins of the leaf-blade. In frost-prone areas, grow in a temperate green-house. In warmer climates, Microlepia species and cultivars are suitable for a peat bed or woodland garden.
hardiness_en: Frost tender.
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propagation_en: Sow spores in containers at 20°C (68°F) as soon as ripe. Divide rhizomes ofÅ@well-established plants in spring, before new growth commences.
pests_en: Trouble free.
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Update Information: Created: 2010-06-04 18:58; Updated: 2020-07-05 11:41
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| System | Accepted? | Scientific name | Japanese name | Infra-familial classification | # species | |
| APG4 | Dennstaedtiaceae | コバノイシカグマ科 | Show | |||
| PB2 | Dennstaedtiaceae | コバノイシカグマ科 | Show | |||
| PB3 | Dennstaedtiaceae | コバノイシカグマ科 | Show |