Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
melanocaulon
ID:
1265856

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Brack.) T.C.Chambers & P.A.Farrant

Source:
tro

Year:
2001

Citation Micro:
Blumea 46(2): 318. 2001

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001265194



Common Names

  • Black-stemmed Blechnum
  • Black-stemmed Fern
  • Black-stemmed Plant


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Description

Blechnum melanocaulon (also called 'Black-stemmed Blechnum', among many other common names) is a fern that grows up to 1 m tall. It is native to tropical and subtropical regions of India and Southeast Asia, and grows in moist, shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum melanocaulon is used as a traditional medicine for treating fever, inflammation, and skin diseases. It is also used as a food source and as a dye.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Blechnum melanocaulon sub. pallens T.C.Chambers & P.A.Farrant
Blechnum melanocaulon sub. melanocaulon

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum melanocaulon has small, yellow flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and black, with a glossy surface. The seedlings are small and green, with two cotyledons and a single true leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum melanocaulon is a tropical evergreen fern that can be propagated from spores. Spores should be collected from mature fronds and sown on a sterile, well-draining medium. The spores should be kept moist and in a warm, humid environment until they have germinated. Once germinated, the plants can be transplanted into larger pots or into the ground.

Where to Find Blechnum melanocaulon

Blechnum melanocaulon is native to the Mediterranean region.

Blechnum melanocaulon FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum melanocaulon?

Blechnum melanocaulon

What is the common name of Blechnum melanocaulon?

Black-stemmed blechnum

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum melanocaulon?

Mixed evergreen and deciduous forests

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-50216479: Based on the initial data import
William Brackenridge (1810-1893): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Brack.' in the authors string.
Thomas Carrick Chambers (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.Chambers' in the authors string.
P.A. Farrant (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Farrant' in the authors string.