Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
flaccisquama
ID:
1243663

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rojas

Source:
tro

Year:
1996

Citation Micro:
Brenesia 45-46: 33, fig. 1996

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001243001



Common Names

  • Blechnum flaccisquama
  • Flaccid-scaled Blechnum
  • Flaccid-scaled Fern


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Description

Blechnum flaccisquama (also called Flaccid-scaled Fern, among many other common names) is an evergreen fern native to China, typically growing to a height of 30–60 cm. It has a spreading habit, with lanceolate fronds, and yellow-green spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soils in full sun to partial shade, and is hardy to USDA zone 8.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum flaccisquama is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and can also be used for erosion control on slopes.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blechnum flaccisquama is a small, white or pinkish-white corolla. The seed is a small, brown-black grain. The seedlings are small, with a single leaf and a short stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum flaccisquama is a fern that is easy to cultivate and propagate. It can be grown from spores, cuttings, or division. When grown from spores, the spores should be sown in a well-drained soil mix and kept moist until germination. Cuttings can be taken from the stems and leaves and rooted in a moist soil mix. Division of the plant is also possible, as it will form clumps of plants. The plant prefers partial shade and should be watered regularly.

Where to Find Blechnum flaccisquama

Blechnum flaccisquama is native to East Asia, including China, Japan, and Korea.

Blechnum flaccisquama FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum flaccisquama?

Blechnum flaccisquama

What is the common name of Blechnum flaccisquama?

Flaccisquama Blechnum

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum flaccisquama?

It is native to China and is found in moist forests and along streams.

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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