Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
auriculatum
ID:
1221408

Status:
valid

Authors:
Cav.

Source:
tro

Year:
1802

Citation Micro:
Descr. Pl. (Cavanilles) 262. 1802

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001220746





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Description

Blechnum auriculatum (also called Ear-Leaf Blechnum, among many other common names) is a fern that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to South America and is found in moist, shady habitats such as tropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum auriculatum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blechnum auriculatum is a white, five-petaled flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, oval-shaped seed. The seedling is a small, green, oval-shaped plant.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum auriculatum is a hardy perennial that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is best done by division of the root clumps in spring or by seed. Seeds should be sown in spring in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Blechnum auriculatum

Blechnum auriculatum can be found in Europe, from the Pyrenees to the Balkans, and in western Asia.

Blechnum auriculatum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum auriculatum?

Blechnum auriculatum

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum auriculatum?

Mountainous regions of China

What is the average height of Blechnum auriculatum?

2-4 meters

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