Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
latilobum
ID:
155212

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Copel.) Parris

Source:
ipni

Year:
1980

Citation Micro:
Fern Gaz. 12(2): 118. 1980

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000154541

Common Names

  • Broad-Lobed Wood Fern
  • Large-Lobed Wood Fern
  • Broad-Lobed Shield Fern

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Description

Diplazium latilobum (also called Broad-lobed Blady Grass, among many other common names) is a fern species native to India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. It is an evergreen herb with creeping rhizomes and grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Diplazium latilobum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a food source for certain species of birds. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, inflammation, and digestive problems.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Diplazium latilobum is small and white. Its seeds are small and black. The seedlings are light green and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Diplazium latilobum can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is a hardy plant and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).

Where to Find Diplazium latilobum

Diplazium latilobum is native to India and can be found in the Himalayan region.

Diplazium latilobum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Diplazium latilobum?

Diplazium latilobum

What is the common name of Diplazium latilobum?

Broad-lobed Shield Fern

What type of fern is Diplazium latilobum?

Evergreen fern

Species in the Diplazium genus

Diplazium acanthopus, Diplazium aculeatum, Diplazium aemulum, Diplazium aequibasale, Diplazium albidosquamatum, Diplazium angustatum, Diplazium angustipinna, Diplazium apatelium, Diplazium apollinaris, Diplazium armatum, Diplazium arnottii, Diplazium asperulum, Diplazium asterothrix, Diplazium atratum, Diplazium barbatum, Diplazium barisanicum, Diplazium beddomei, Diplazium betimusense, Diplazium birgeri, Diplazium bostockii, Diplazium brachylobum, Diplazium brachysoroides, Diplazium brooksii, Diplazium calliphyllum, Diplazium cardiomorphum, Diplazium ceramicum, Diplazium chattagramicum, Diplazium christii, Diplazium cominsii, Diplazium consacense, Diplazium costulisorum, Diplazium cumingii, Diplazium curtisii, Diplazium decurrens, Diplazium deltoideum, Diplazium dielsii, Diplazium ellipticum, Diplazium esculentoides, Diplazium filamentosum, Diplazium forbesii, Diplazium fosbergii, Diplazium fraxinifolium, Diplazium fructuosum, Diplazium furculicola, Diplazium geophilum, Diplazium gillespiei, Diplazium grashoffii, Diplazium harpeodes, Diplazium hewittii, Diplazium himalayense,

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,

References

Barbara Sydney Parris (b.1945): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Parris' in the authors string.
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.