Blechnum fernandezianum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fernandezianum
ID:
1280958
Status:
valid
Authors:
(Looser) Prada & Rolleri
Source:
tro
Year:
2006
Citation Micro:
Acta Bot. Malac. 31: 35. 2006 [Dec 2006]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280296
Common Names
- Fernandezian Blechnum
- Blechnum
- Blechnum Fernandezianum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blechnum fernandezianum (also called Fernandezian Blechnum, among many other common names) is a fern native to Chile. It grows in subtropical or tropical moist montane forests.
Uses & Benefits
Blechnum fernandezianum is used in traditional Chilean medicine to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, headaches, and digestive issues. It is also used as an herbal remedy for its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Blechnum fernandezianum is small, white and bell-shaped. The seed is small, black and round. The seedling is small and has a single cotyledon.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blechnum fernandezianum is a slow-growing, evergreen fern. It can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. It prefers a well-drained soil in a shady position and is drought tolerant. It can be pruned to shape and is suitable for container growing.
Where to Find Blechnum fernandezianum
Blechnum fernandezianum can be found in the Juan Fernández Islands of Chile.
Blechnum fernandezianum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blechnum fernandezianum?
Blechnum fernandezianum
What type of plant is Blechnum fernandezianum?
It is a species of fern in the family Blechnaceae.
Where is Blechnum fernandezianum found?
It is found in Chile and the Juan Fernández Islands.
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-50308417: Based on the initial data import
Gualterio Looser (1898-1982): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Looser' in the authors string.
Cristina H. Rolleri (d.1988): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Rolleri' in the authors string.
María del Carmen Isabel Prada (b.1953): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Prada' in the authors string.