Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
glabrescens
ID:
1334264

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.C.Chambers & Sykes

Source:
ipni

Year:
2016

Citation Micro:
Fl. Cook Islands 68. 2016

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001346718





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Description

Blechnum glabrescens (also called 'Glabrescent Blechnum', among many other common names) is a fern species native to South America. It has short, thin stems, and its leaves are lanceolate and pointed. It grows in humid, shady forests, often near streams.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum glabrescens is used as an ornamental plant and for its medicinal properties. It is known to have anti-inflammatory, anti-bacterial, and anti-fungal properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum glabrescens has white flowers with yellow centers and a pleasant scent. The seed is small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single pair of leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum glabrescens is a fern that can be propagated from spores. It prefers partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize lightly. Prune to shape as needed.

Where to Find Blechnum glabrescens

Blechnum glabrescens is native to Southeast Asia, including Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, and Cambodia.

Blechnum glabrescens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum glabrescens?

Blechnum glabrescens

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum glabrescens?

It is native to India.

What is the ideal temperature for Blechnum glabrescens?

It prefers temperatures between 65-85 degrees Fahrenheit.

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

William Russell Sykes (1927-2018): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Sykes' in the authors string.
Thomas Carrick Chambers (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.Chambers' in the authors string.