Habitat:

It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, including China, India, Japan, Korea, and Southeast Asia. It grows in shaded, humid areas, often on rocks, trees, or soil.

Flowering Season:

It does not produce flowers .Instead, it reproduces via spores, which are produced on the underside of the fronds.

Fruiting season:

It does not produce fruits .Instead, it reproduces via spores, which are produced on the underside of the fronds.

Climatic Conditions:

It thrives best in subtropical regions. It can tolerate some cooler temperatures but is not frost-tolerant. Grows well in partial to full shade. Direct sunlight can scorch the leaves. Requires consistently moist soil. It can tolerate some drought but prefers consistently moist conditions. Prefers well-drained soil that is rich in organic matter. It can also grow on limestone substrates.

Seed Propagation:

It doesn't use seeds, its spore-based reproduction can be a great way to propagate this fern.

Parts used:

Fronds (Leaves): Used in traditional medicine, as a vegetable, and for ornamental purposes.

Rhizome: Used in traditional medicine, particularly in Ayurveda and Unani medicine.

Spores: Used in traditional medicine, particularly in Chinese medicine.