Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
difforme
ID:
163871

Status:
valid

Authors:
Copel.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Bull. Bernice P. Bishop Mus. 59: 13, t.3. 1929

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163200



Common Names

  • Branching Fern
  • Forked Fern
  • Forked Shield Fern


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Synonyms

  • Struthiopteris difformis (Copel.) Ching [unknown]
  • Austroblechnum difforme (Copel.) Gasper & V.A.O.Dittrich [unknown]

Description

Blechnum difforme (also called 'Misshapen blechnum', among many other common names) is a small fern that is native to the Pacific Islands. It has small, ovate leaves and white flowers. It typically grows in moist, shady areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum difforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and for landscaping. It can also be used to provide shade and as a soil stabilizer.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum difforme has small, yellow flowers with five petals. The seeds are small, round, and black. The seedlings are small and have narrow, pointed leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum difforme is a fern native to New Zealand. It can be propagated from spores or by division of the rhizomes. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial to full shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 8-10.

Where to Find Blechnum difforme

Blechnum difforme is native to Central and South America and can be found in tropical and subtropical climates.

Blechnum difforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum difforme?

Blechnum difforme

What is the common name of Blechnum difforme?

Ostrich Fern

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum difforme?

Temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere

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