Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
asplenioides
ID:
1112591

Status:
valid

Authors:
Sw.

Source:
tro

Year:
1817

Citation Micro:
Kongl. Vetensk. Acad. Handl. 72, t.3, f.3. 1817

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001111929



Common Names

  • Blechnum asplenioides
  • Asplenioid Blechnum
  • Asplenioid Deer Fern


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Description

Blechnum asplenioides (also called Asplenium-leaved Blechnum, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It is native to the United States and Caribbean, and is typically found in woodlands and swamps. It has long, dark green fronds that grow in a v-shaped pattern, and its small, brownish-green spores are located on the underside of the fronds.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum asplenioides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for its medicinal properties, such as treating skin diseases, fever, and digestive disorders.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blechnum asplenioides is a small, yellowish-green spike with a single spikelet at the tip. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed with a smooth surface. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum asplenioides is a fern native to tropical and subtropical regions of the world. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best grown in a container with a well-draining potting mix. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes in spring or by spores. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few months.

Where to Find Blechnum asplenioides

Blechnum asplenioides is native to tropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

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

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