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Polystichum tsus-simense
Also called Korean Rock Fern, Mourning Shield Fern, Tsushima Holly Fern, Tsushima Shield Fern
Korean rock fern is an evergreen perennial fern native to East Asia, valued in home gardens for its glossy, dark green fronds and tolerance of shady spots, including rock walls. It grows well in shade with consistent moisture and well-drained soil.
Polystichum tsus-simense, commonly known as the Korean rock fern, is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. Its common name corresponds with its ability to grow in shady areas of rock walls. This fern species is a familiar ornamental plant grown in home gardens.
The geographic origin of P. tsus-simense is the East Asian countries, such as China, Korea, Japan, Thailand, and the Indochina region. The specific epithet tsus-simense (often written as tsussimense) refers to Tsushima Island. Although it is not native to the United States, the Korean rock fern has been introduced to the country through Florida and Louisiana.
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