Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
monomorphum
ID:
1229108

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.C.Moran & B.Øllg.

Source:
tro

Year:
1995

Citation Micro:
Nordic J. Bot. 15: 177, fig. 1995

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001228446



Common Names

  • Monomorph Blechnum
  • Monomorph Deer-Fern
  • Monomorph Hard-Fern


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Description

Blechnum monomorphum (also called the Monomorphic Blechnum, among many other common names) is a fern native to South America. It has bright green, lance-shaped leaves that are arranged in a fan-like pattern. The plant grows in moist, shady areas, such as in forests and along streams.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum monomorphum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory, analgesic, and anti-bacterial properties. It is also used as a spice in cooking.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum monomorphum has small, yellowish-green flowers and small, brown seeds. The seedlings are small and delicate, with a single frond emerging from the soil.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum monomorphum can be propagated by division or by spores. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in partial shade. It can be grown in a pot or in a garden.

Where to Find Blechnum monomorphum

Blechnum monomorphum is native to South America and can be found in Argentina, Bolivia, and Paraguay.

Blechnum monomorphum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum monomorphum?

Blechnum monomorphum

What is the common name of Blechnum monomorphum?

Giant water fern

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum monomorphum?

It is found in tropical and subtropical regions of the world, growing in moist and shady areas.

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-50054815: Based on the initial data import
Robbin C. Moran (b.1956): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.C.Moran' in the authors string.
Benjamin Øllgaard (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'B.Øllg.' in the authors string.