Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
fluviatile
ID:
1287572

Status:
valid

Authors:
(R.Br.) Lowe; Salom.

Source:
tro

Year:
1883

Citation Micro:
Nomencl. Gefässkrypt. 115. 1883

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001286910



Common Names

  • Blechnum fluviatile
  • River Blechnum
  • Fluviatile Blechnum


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Description

Blechnum fluviatile (also called River fern, among many other common names) is a perennial fern native to Australia. It grows in a variety of habitats, including moist forests, swamps, and wet areas.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum fluviatile is a fern that is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used as a ground cover in shady areas.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum fluviatile has small, yellow flowers. Its seeds are small and black in colour. The seedlings have two small, oval-shaped leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum fluviatile is a slow-growing fern that prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division or spores. Division should be done in the spring or fall when the plant is actively growing. Spores should be sown on a sterile, moist mix and kept moist until germination.

Where to Find Blechnum fluviatile

Blechnum fluviatile is native to Australia.

Blechnum fluviatile FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum fluviatile?

Blechnum fluviatile

What is the common name of Blechnum fluviatile?

River tree fern

What is the habitat of Blechnum fluviatile?

It is found in rainforests, wet sclerophyll forests, and along creeks and rivers.

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

Robert Brown (1773-1858): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.Br.' in the authors string.
Richard Thomas Lowe (1802-1874): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lowe' in the authors string.