Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
marquesense
ID:
155683

Status:
valid

Authors:
(E.D.Br.) Christenh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2011

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 19: 20. 2011 [18 Feb 2011]

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000155012

Common Names

  • Marquesan Water Fern
  • Marquesan Blechnum
  • Marquesan Fern

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Description

Blechnum marquesense (also called Marquesas Fern, among many other common names) is a fern species in the Blechnaceae family. It is native to the Marquesas Islands. It grows in moist and shady habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum marquesense is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used in traditional medicine for treating various ailments.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blechnum marquesense is a small, yellowish-green flower. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green and have a single, long, thin leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum marquesense is a fern native to South America. It is a hardy plant that can be grown in a variety of soils and climates. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. Propagation is done by division of the rhizomes or by spores. The spores can be sown in a sterile medium and kept at a temperature of 20-25°C for germination.

Where to Find Blechnum marquesense

Blechnum marquesense is found in the Marquesas Islands.

Blechnum marquesense FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum marquesense?

Blechnum marquesense

What is the common name of Blechnum marquesense?

Marquesas Fern

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum marquesense?

It is found in moist, shady places, such as woodlands, and on rocks and walls.

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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
Elizabeth Dorothy Wuist Brown (1880-1972): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'E.D.Br.' in the authors string.