Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
malacothrix
ID:
1117071

Status:
valid

Authors:
Maxon & C.V.Morton

Source:
tro

Year:
1939

Citation Micro:
Bull. Torrey Bot. Club 66: 40. 1939

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001116409



Common Names

  • Blechnum malacothrix
  • Malacothrix Fern
  • Malacothrix Shield Fern


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Description

Blechnum malacothrix (also called Blechnum malacothrix, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Blechnaceae, native to tropical and subtropical regions of South America. It is a terrestrial fern, growing in moist, shady forests and along the banks of rivers and streams.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum malacothrix is a popular ornamental plant that is used to add texture and color to gardens and landscapes. It is also used for erosion control and as a food source for wildlife.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum malacothrix has small yellow-green flowers that appear in early summer. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum malacothrix is an evergreen fern native to Central America. It grows best in partial shade and moist, well-drained soil. Propagate by division in spring or by spores. Plant divisions in moist, well-drained soil in partial shade.

Where to Find Blechnum malacothrix

Blechnum malacothrix is native to India, Nepal, and Bhutan. It can be found in moist forests and grasslands at elevations of 1,500-3,000 m.

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-26611042: Based on the initial data import
William Ralph Maxon (1877-1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Maxon' in the authors string.
Conrad Vernon Morton (1905-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.V.Morton' in the authors string.