polystichumpolystichum
genusgenusElegant evergreen ferns characterized by their leathery, lance-shaped fronds arranged in circular clusters. These resilient plants feature distinctive scales along their stems and uniquely shaped leaflets that often have a thumb-like projection at their base.
Etymology
The name derives from Greek 'poly' meaning 'many' and 'stichos' meaning 'rows,' referring to the multiple rows of spore cases found on the underside of their fronds.
Interesting fact!
Their tough, glossy fronds were historically used by florists as background greenery in arrangements, earning them a special place in Victorian-era flower design.
All species of Polystichum
polystichumMunitum
Western sword fern, Sword fern, Giant holly fern.
polystichumProliferum
Mother fern, Proliferous shield fern, Australian shield fern.
polystichumAcrostichoides
Christmas fern, Dagger fern, Shield fern.
polystichumSetiferum
Soft shield fern, Alaska fern, Silk shield fern.
polystichumTsus-simense
Korean rock fern, Japanese shield fern, Korean shield fern.
polystichumPolyblepharum
Japanese tassel fern, Tassel fern, Korean rock fern.
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