Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
ascendens
ID:
1286146

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rojas

Source:
tro

Year:
2008

Citation Micro:
Mét. Ecol. Sist. 3(Supl. 1): 10 (f.2). 2008 [after 4 Aug 2008]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001285484

Common Names

  • Blechnum ascendens
  • Ascendens Blechnum
  • Ascendens's Blechnum

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Description

Blechnum ascendens (also called Blechnum ascendens, among many other common names) is a fern native to South America. It grows up to 1 m in height and has a trunk diameter of up to 1 m. Its leaves are simple, alternate, and ovate-oblong in shape. It is found in tropical and subtropical forests.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum ascendens is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is known for its ability to attract butterflies and bees.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Blechnum ascendens has small, yellowish-green flowers that are clustered in groups of three. Its seeds are small and black, and its seedlings are small and light green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum ascendens is a fern species native to Mexico and Central America. It is a terrestrial fern that grows in moist, shady areas. It can be propagated by spores or by division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is hardy to USDA zones 10-12.

Where to Find Blechnum ascendens

Blechnum ascendens is native to Ecuador.

Blechnum ascendens FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum ascendens?

Blechnum ascendens

What is the common name of Blechnum ascendens?

Ascending Blechnum

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum ascendens?

It is native to the tropical forests of Central and South America

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