Blechnum aequatoriense - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
aequatoriense
ID:
1286145
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Rojas
Source:
tro
Year:
2008
Citation Micro:
Mét. Ecol. Sist. 3(Supl. 1): 9 (-10; f.1). 2008 [after 4 Aug 2008]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285483
Common Names
- Blechnum aequatoriense
- Aequatoriense Blechnum
- Aequatoriense's Blechnum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blechnum aequatoriense (also called Blechnum aequatoriense, among many other common names) is a fern native to South America. It grows up to 1 m in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-oblong in shape. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.
Uses & Benefits
Blechnum aequatoriense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract hummingbirds.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Blechnum aequatoriense has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in groups of three. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and light green.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blechnum aequatoriense is a fern species native to Mexico and Central America. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 10-12.
Where to Find Blechnum aequatoriense
Blechnum aequatoriense is native to Ecuador.
Blechnum aequatoriense FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blechnum aequatoriense?
Blechnum aequatoriense
What is the common name of Blechnum aequatoriense?
Equatorial Blechnum
What is the natural habitat of Blechnum aequatoriense?
It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America
Species in the Blechnum genus
Blechnum marquesense, Blechnum norfolkense, Blechnum pacificum, Blechnum acanthopodum, Blechnum banksii, Blechnum chauliodontum, Blechnum confusum, Blechnum contiguum, Blechnum corbassonii, Blechnum difforme, Blechnum dilatatum, Blechnum durum, Blechnum egregium, Blechnum filiforme, Blechnum finlaysonianum, Blechnum fullagari, Blechnum gemmascens, Blechnum geniculatum, Blechnum gibbum, Blechnum glaziovii, Blechnum hieronymi, Blechnum hirsutum, Blechnum howeanum, Blechnum insigne, Blechnum keysseri, Blechnum marginatum, Blechnum membranaceum, Blechnum milnei, Blechnum montanum, Blechnum moorei, Blechnum moritzianum, Blechnum nesophilum, Blechnum norfolkianum, Blechnum norfolkianum, Blechnum novae-zelandiae, Blechnum nukuhivense, Blechnum pallidum, Blechnum palmiforme, Blechnum pampasicum, Blechnum pilosum, Blechnum puniceum, Blechnum raiateense, Blechnum revolutum, Blechnum rodriguezii, Blechnum rosenstockii, Blechnum rufum, Blechnum ryanii, Blechnum shaferi, Blechnum sociale, Blechnum triangularifolium,
Species in the Blechnaceae family
References
The Plant List v1.1 record tro-50328222: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Rojas (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rojas' in the authors string.