Vegetable Fern (Diplazium esculentum)
Diplazium esculentum, commonly known as Vegetable Fern, is a fern species cultivated for its edible young fronds, used in Southeast Asian cuisine. It prefers moist, shaded areas.
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Sunlight
Prefers partial to full shade.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist.
Soil
Rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Temperature
Ideal growing range is 18-25°C.
Habitat
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Fertilizer
Feed during the growing season.
Care Requirements
Prefers partial to full shade.
Avoid direct, harsh sunlight.
Keep soil consistently moist.
Water more frequently during active growth and dry periods.
Rich, well-draining soil with high organic content. Slightly acidic to neutral pH is ideal.
Ideal growing range is 18-25°C.
Avoid temperatures below 10°C.
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Feed during the growing season.
Use diluted balanced liquid fertilizer every 4-6 weeks.
Plant Overview
Plant Type
Fern
Plant Category
Vegetable
Plant Place Type
Ground, Garden, Pot
Plant Environment
Outdoor, Indoor, Greenhouse
Lifespan
Perennials
Plant Height
0.5-1.5 m
Spread
1-2 m
Growth Rate
Moderate
Dormancy
None
Leaf Color
Green
Leaf Type
Fronds
Image Gallery
- kingdomPlantae
- divisionTracheophyta
- classPolypodiopsida
- orderPolypodiales
- familyAthyriaceae
- genusDiplazium
- speciesDiplazium esculentum
Toxic for humans
No
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Toxic for pets
No
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Edible
Yes