Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
articulatum
ID:
1222292

Status:
valid

Authors:
(F.Muell.) S.B.Andrews

Source:
tro

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Austrobaileya 1(1): 11. 1977 [1 Dec 1977]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001221630



Common Names

  • Blechnum Articulatum
  • Jointed Hard Fern
  • Jointed Fern


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Description

Blechnum articulatum (also called the Articulated Blechnum, among many other common names) is a small, evergreen fern native to Central and South America. It has a slender stem and small, oval-shaped fronds. It is typically found in moist, shady areas, such as in the understory of tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum articulatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used in landscaping.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum articulatum has small, yellow flowers that are clustered together in a spike. The seeds are small, round and black. The seedlings are small, with a single stem and two small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum articulatum is a fern that can be propagated from spores or division. Spores should be sown on a moist, well-draining medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination. Division should be done when the plant is dormant and the divisions should be replanted in a moist, well-draining medium. Once established, Blechnum articulatum should be grown in partial shade and watered regularly.

Where to Find Blechnum articulatum

Blechnum articulatum is native to tropical Africa, from Senegal to Ethiopia.

Blechnum articulatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum articulatum?

Blechnum articulatum

What is the common name of Blechnum articulatum?

Articulated Blechnum

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum articulatum?

Tropical and subtropical moist montane forests

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-50009498: Based on the initial data import
Ferdinand von Mueller (1825-1896): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.Muell.' in the authors string.
S. Brian Andrews: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'S.B.Andrews' in the authors string.