Korean tasselfern (Polystichum polyblepharum, Presl, C. (1851). In: Abh. Königl. Böhm. Ges. Wiss. 5(6) (Epim. Bot.): 56.)

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)

Specifications

Growth