Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
timetensis
ID:
155033

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.Brown) M.Kato

Source:
ipni

Year:
1984

Citation Micro:
J. Fac. Sci. Univ. Tokyo, Sect. 3, Bot. 13(4): 408. 1984

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000154362

Common Names

  • Timetense Fern
  • Mountain Fern
  • Deparia Fern

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Description

Deparia timetensis (also called Timet's false spleenwort, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Woodsiaceae. It is a small, evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that are 10–30 cm long. It is native to Japan and grows in moist, shady places in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Deparia timetensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used to make paper and as a source of fiber for weaving.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Flower: The flowers of Deparia timetensis are small and greenish-yellow in color. They are borne in terminal clusters and have six tepals. Seed: The seeds of Deparia timetensis are small and round, with a diameter of about 1 mm. They are dark brown in color and have a smooth surface. Seedlings: The seedlings of Deparia timetensis are small and have a single, upright stem. The leaves are simple and have a lanceolate shape.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Deparia timetensis is a fern native to Japan. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It can be propagated from spores or by division. The spores should be sown in a moist, sterile medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until they germinate. Division is best done in the spring or fall. The rhizomes should be divided into sections with at least two fronds on each section. The divisions should be planted in moist, well-drained soil and kept in a shady location.

Where to Find Deparia timetensis

Deparia timetensis is endemic to the Hawaiian Islands.

Deparia timetensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Deparia timetensis?

Deparia timetensis

What type of plant is Deparia timetensis?

Fern

What is the common name of Deparia timetensis?

Timeten Deparia

Species in the Deparia genus

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, Deparia omeiensis, Deparia erecta, Deparia dickasonii, Deparia fenzliana, Deparia macdonellii, Deparia zeylanica, Deparia polyrhizon, Deparia parvisora, Deparia pseudoconilii, Deparia kiusiana, Deparia florensiae,

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,