Bamboo Fern
Coniogramme japonica
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Basic Information
Family: Polypodiaceae
Genus: coniogramme
Plant ID (slug): coniogramme-japonica
Numeric ID: 21556
USDA Hardiness: 8-11
Ratings
Physical Characteristics
Coniogramme japonica is an evergreen Fern growing to 0.4 m (1ft 4in). See above for USDA hardiness. It is hardy to UK zone 9. It is in leaf all year. The species is hermaphrodite (has both male and female organs). Suitable for: light (sandy), medium (loamy) and heavy (clay) soils. Suitable pH: mildly acid, neutral and basic (mildly alkaline) soils. It can grow in semi-shade (light woodland) or no shade. It prefers moist soil.
Distribution
E. Asia - China, Japan and Korea.
Habitats
Woodland Garden Sunny Edge; Dappled Shade; Shady Edge;
Edible Uses
None known
Medicinal Uses
Antiphlogistic[147]. It is used in the treatment of mastitis and other kinds of ulcers[147].
Known Hazards
None known
Detailed Information
Additional Information
Title: Coniogramme japonica Bamboo Fern