Family: Polypodiaceae
Author: (Roem. ex Kunze) C.Presl
Bibliography: Presl, C. (1851). In: Abh. Königl. Böhm. Ges. Wiss. 5(6) (Epim. Bot.): 56.
Year: Unknown
Status: accepted
Rank: species
Genus: Polystichum
Vegetable: Unknown
Observations: Unknown
Description
The Korean tasselfern, known scientifically as Polystichum polyblepharum, is an exquisite fern species that belongs to the Polypodiaceae family. Originally classified by Roemer and Kunze, its refined classification was later provided by C. Presl in 1851 in his work documented in “Abhandlungen der Königlichen Böhmischen Gesellschaft der Wissenschaften” (Volume 5, Issue 6, Epim. Botany, page 56).
Polystichum polyblepharum exhibits the archetypal beauty and complexity associated with ferns, making it a favored choice among garden enthusiasts and botanists alike. The name “tasselfern” reflects its decorative, tassel-like foliage, which contributes to this species’ unique charm.
While specific observations regarding this plant’s habits and characteristics remain undocumented, its inclusion in the diverse Polypodiaceae family suggests it shares many of the resilience and adaptability traits typical of ferns within this group.
Cultivating the Korean tasselfern can add a touch of elegance and a sense of greenery to shaded garden areas or indoor plant collections, where its lush, feathery fronds thrive under appropriate care and conditions.
Common Names
Eng: korean tasselfern
Nld: glansschildvaren
En: Korean tasselfern
Zh: 棕鳞耳蕨
Nl: Glansschildvaren
Ja: Inode
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Distribution
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Habit
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Fruit
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Leaf
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Bark
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Other
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Flower
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Sources
- WFO (No URL)
- IPNI (No URL)
- GBIF (https://www.gbif.org/species/7158449)
- PlantNet (https://identify.plantnet.org/species/the-plant-list/Polystichum polyblepharum (Roem. ex Kunze) C. Presl)