Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
francii
ID:
1263437

Status:
valid

Authors:
Rosenst.

Source:
tro

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Repert. Spec. Nov. Regni Veg. 12: 191. 1913

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001262775



Common Names

  • Blechnum francii
  • Franci's Blechnum
  • Franci's Fern


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Description

Blechnum francii (also called Franc's Blechnum, among many other common names) is a fern native to the Mediterranean region. It grows in moist, shady habitats and has small, yellow-green fronds.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum francii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant to treat skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum francii has small yellowish-green flowers that are arranged in clusters. The seeds are small and black in color. The seedlings are small and have a single stem with two opposite leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum francii can be propagated by division of the rhizomes or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 8-10.

Where to Find Blechnum francii

Blechnum francii can be found in the Caribbean and Central America.

Blechnum francii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum francii?

Blechnum francii

What is the common name of Blechnum francii?

Franci's Fern

Where is Blechnum francii native to?

Brazil

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