Blechnum austrobrasilianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
austrobrasilianum
ID:
1232617
Status:
valid
Authors:
de la Sota
Source:
tro
Year:
1975
Citation Micro:
Bol. Soc. Argent. Bot. 16: 248. 1975
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001231955
Common Names
- Blechnum austrobrasilianum
- Southern Brazilian Blechnum
- Southern Brazilian Deer Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blechnum austrobrasilianum (also called Blechnum austrobrasilianum, among many other common names) is a species of Blechnum, native to Central and South America. It is a small, evergreen fern with small, needle-like leaves. It prefers moist, shaded habitats such as woodlands and rainforests.
Uses & Benefits
Blechnum austrobrasilianum is a fern used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used to make wreaths and other decorations.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Blechnum austrobrasilianum is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, long, thin stem.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blechnum austrobrasilianum is a deciduous fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers a moist, well-drained soil in partial shade and should be protected from strong winds. Spores should be sown in spring in a warm, moist, well-drained soil. Division can be done in spring or autumn.
Where to Find Blechnum austrobrasilianum
Blechnum austrobrasilianum is native to Central and South America and can be found in moist, shady areas.
Blechnum austrobrasilianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blechnum austrobrasilianum?
Blechnum austrobrasilianum
What is the common name of Blechnum austrobrasilianum?
Southern Brazilian Hard Fern
What is the natural habitat of Blechnum austrobrasilianum?
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-50068928: Based on the initial data import
Elías Ramón de la Sota (1932-2014): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'de la Sota' in the authors string.