Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
ambiguum
ID:
1416540

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Presl

Source:
wcvp

Year:
1836

Citation Micro:
Tent. Pterid. : 103 (1836)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001429005



Common Names

  • Ambiguous Water Fern
  • Ambiguous Blechnum
  • Ambiguous Deer Fern


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Description

Blechnum ambiguum (also called Variable Blechnum, among many other common names) is a species of fern found in temperate regions of the world. It is a small, evergreen fern with a creeping rhizome and fronds that grow up to 30 cm in length. It is native to the temperate forests of Europe and Asia, and is often found in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum ambiguum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and as a forage crop for livestock.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum ambiguum has small, yellow flowers with five petals. Its seeds are small, black and round-shaped. The seedlings have a single pair of round-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum ambiguum is a perennial herb that grows in moist, shady areas. It is propagated by seed or division. The seeds should be sown in a well-drained soil in a shady location. Division is best done in the spring or autumn. The plant should be divided into several sections and replanted in a well-drained soil.

Where to Find Blechnum ambiguum

Blechnum ambiguum can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Asia, Africa, and the Americas.

Blechnum ambiguum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum ambiguum?

Blechnum ambiguum

What is the common name of Blechnum ambiguum?

Ambiguous Blechnum

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum ambiguum?

Mesic to wet forests, bogs, and fens

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

Carl Borivoj Presl (1794-1852): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Presl' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:53092-3: Based on the initial data import