Blechnum fuscosquamosum - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
fuscosquamosum
ID:
1276732
Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Rojas
Source:
tro
Year:
2005
Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5(1): 49 (-52; f.1). 2005 [30 Apr 2005]
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001276070
Common Names
- Fuscosquamosum Blechnum
- Fuscosquamosum's Blechnum
- Blechnum Fuscosquamosum
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blechnum fuscosquamosum (also called False Lantana, among many other common names) is a fern that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to the tropical regions of South America and is found in wet forests and swamps.
Uses & Benefits
Blechnum fuscosquamosum is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flowers of Blechnum fuscosquamosum are small, white and have five petals. The seeds are small, black and round. The seedlings have small, oval-shaped leaves.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blechnum fuscosquamosum is a fern species that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is best to water the plant regularly and fertilize it with a balanced fertilizer once a month.
Where to Find Blechnum fuscosquamosum
Blechnum fuscosquamosum is native to Central and South America. It can be found in tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests.
Blechnum fuscosquamosum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blechnum fuscosquamosum?
Blechnum fuscosquamosum
What is the common name of Blechnum fuscosquamosum?
Fuscous Blechnum
Where is Blechnum fuscosquamosum native to?
Central America
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-50285567: Based on the initial data import
Alexander Rojas (b.1971): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.Rojas' in the authors string.