Tokyo wood fern (Dryopteris tokyoensis)

Tokyo wood fern

Dryopteris tokyoensis (Tokyo wood fern, 东京鳞毛蕨) is an erect, vase-shaped, deciduous fern native to Japan, as well as Fujian, Hubei, Hunan, Jiangxi, and Zhejiang provinces in China. These ferns grow to 90–110 cm in height, with each frond containing 20–40 pairs of shallow-lobed, lance-shaped pinnae.

Scientific classification

Species

Tokyo wood fern (Dryopteris tokyoensis)

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Perennial

Lifespan

Fern

Plant Type

46 cm to 91 cm

Plant Height

50 cm to 60 cm

Spread

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Culture

Interesting Facts

Woodfern leaves are like the tail of a squirrel. Each leaf is arranged on the stem in an orderly manner, and gradually shortens from the bottom to the head. The orderly arranged woodfern really soothes obsessive-compulsive disorders.

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Care Guide for Tokyo wood fern

Twice per week

Water

Full shade

Sunlight

20 - 38 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Tokyo wood fern thrives in moisture-rich environments, preferring evenly moist soil and requiring watering twice weekly to avoid drought. Best suited for indoor conditions, tokyo wood fern flourishes in areas with high humidity, making it ideal for terrariums or well-lit bathrooms.

Pruning: Prune old or damaged fronds of tokyo wood fern in early spring to improve air circulation and encourage new growth. Use clean, sharp tools for cutting near the base while avoiding harm to the crown. Regular pruning maintains shape, prevents disease, and boosts overall health.

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