Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
repens
ID:
1282788

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.Kessler & A.R.Sm.

Source:
tro

Year:
2007

Citation Micro:
Amer. Fern J. 97(2): 75 (-76; f.2G-I). 2007 [7 Aug 2007]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001282126



Common Names

  • Blechnum
  • Repens
  • Creeping Blechnum


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Description

Blechnum repens (also called Creeping Blechnum, among many other common names) is a small fern native to Bolivia. It has small brown spores and narrow, elongated fronds. It is found in moist, shady areas, and is tolerant of high temperatures.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum repens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a groundcover in landscapes. It is also used in traditional medicine to treat fever, diarrhea, and other ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blechnum repens is a small, yellow, tubular flower with a white center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum repens is a perennial herb native to South America. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Propagation is done by division or cuttings in spring or early summer.

Where to Find Blechnum repens

Blechnum repens is native to tropical and subtropical regions of the Americas, from Mexico to Argentina.

Blechnum repens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum repens?

Blechnum repens

What is the common name of Blechnum repens?

Creeping Blechnum

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum repens?

It is native to the Andes in Bolivia and Argentina

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-50316302: Based on the initial data import
Alan Reid Smith (b.1943): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'A.R.Sm.' in the authors string.
Michael Kessler (b.1967): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.Kessler' in the authors string.