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Description
Arachniodes Standishii, also known as the East Indian Holly Fern, is a medium-sized fern that is native to Japan and eastern Asia. It belongs to the family Dryopteridaceae and is characterized by its glossy, dark green leaves.
Taxonomic Information
| Domain: | Eukaryota |
| Kingdom: | Plantae |
| Phylum: | Pteridophyta |
| Class: | Polypodiopsida |
| Order: | Polypodiales |
| Family: | Dryopteridaceae |
| Genus: | Arachniodes |
Appearance
Arachniodes Standishii has fronds that grow up to 24 inches long and 12 inches wide. The leaves are glossy and dark green, with a leathery texture. The fronds grow in a vase-like shape and are held upright. The plant also has a rhizome that grows horizontally and produces new fronds each year.
Care Guide
Arachniodes Standishii prefers a moist but well-draining soil that is rich in nutrients. It should be watered regularly to keep the soil moist but not wet. The plant should be fertilized once a month during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer. It prefers partial to full shade and is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.
Common Pests & Diseases
Arachniodes Standishii is susceptible to scale insects and spider mites. It may also be affected by fungal diseases such as leaf spot and rust.
Habitat
Arachniodes Standishii is native to Japan and eastern Asia, where it grows in shaded areas such as forests and along riverbanks.
Question and Answer
Q: How often should I water Arachniodes Standishii?
A: Arachniodes Standishii prefers to be kept moist but not wet, so it should be watered regularly but not over-watered.
Q: What is the ideal sunlight exposure for Arachniodes Standishii?
A: Arachniodes Standishii prefers partial to full shade.
Q: Is Arachniodes Standishii hardy?
A: Yes, Arachniodes Standishii is hardy in USDA zones 6-9.
Q: What kind of soil does Arachniodes Standishii prefer?
A: Arachniodes Standishii prefers a moist but well-draining soil that is rich in nutrients.
Related Plants
- Arachniodes Adiantiformis
- Arachniodes Aristolochioides
- Arachniodes Miqueliana
- Arachniodes Simplicior
References
- “Arachniodes Standishii”. Missouri Botanical Garden. Retrieved 2021-11-22.
- “Arachniodes Standishii”. Plant Lust. Retrieved 2021-11-22.
- “Arachniodes Standishii”. Royal Horticultural Society. Retrieved 2021-11-22.
