Status:
valid
Authors:
Sw.
Source:
tro
Year:
1801
Citation Micro:
J. Bot. (Schrader) 1800(2): 75. 1801
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001280963
Common Names
- Blechnum procerum
- Tall Hard Fern
- Tall Blechnum
Description
Blechnum procerum (also called Tall Blechnum, among many other common names) is a perennial fern native to the southwestern United States and northern Mexico. It has a woody stem and grows up to 1 meter in height. It is found in open grasslands, desert scrub, and dry washes.
Uses & Benefits
Blechnum procerum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal herb to treat a variety of ailments, including fever, coughs, and digestive issues. It is also used as an herbal supplement to boost the immune system and improve overall health.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Blechnum procerum is a small yellow flower with a red center. The seed is a small, black, ovoid seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, oval-shaped leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Blechnum procerum is a tropical evergreen fern that grows best in partial shade. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and can tolerate some drought. Propagation is by spores or division.
Where to Find Blechnum procerum
Blechnum procerum is native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Italy, and Greece.
Blechnum procerum FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blechnum procerum?
Blechnum procerum
What is the common name of Blechnum procerum?
Lance-leaved fern
What is the natural habitat of Blechnum procerum?
Tropical and subtropical regions
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