Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
moritzianum
ID:
163971

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Klotzsch) Hieron.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1908

Citation Micro:
Hedwigia 47: 245. 1908

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163300

Common Names

  • Moritzianum Hard Fern
  • Moritzianum Deer Fern
  • Moritzianum Fishbone Fern

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Synonyms

  • Lomaria moritziana Klotzsch [unknown]
  • Blechnum yungense Ramos Giacosa [unknown]
  • Lomariocycas yungensis (Ramos Giacosa) Gasper & A.R.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Blechnum moritzianum (also called Moritz's Water Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the Blechnaceae family. It is native to Australia, New Zealand, and Norfolk Island. This species typically grows in moist, shady habitats, such as rainforest, coastal scrub, and open forest.

Uses & Benefits

Blechnum moritzianum is an attractive ornamental plant, used in gardens and landscaping. It is also used in horticulture for its attractive foliage and flowers. It can be used as a ground cover or as a border plant. It is also used to create a naturalistic look in gardens.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Blechnum moritzianum are small, yellowish-green and clustered in groups. The seeds are small, dark brown and triangular in shape. The seedlings have a single, light green frond with a few small, dark green leaflets.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum moritzianum is a terrestrial fern that can be propagated by spores or division. It prefers moist, well-drained soil and partial shade. It is tolerant of a wide range of temperatures and can be grown in USDA hardiness zones 6-11.

Where to Find Blechnum moritzianum

Blechnum moritzianum can be found in the tropical rainforests of South America, particularly in Brazil, Colombia, and Peru.

Blechnum moritzianum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum moritzianum?

Blechnum moritzianum

What is the common name of Blechnum moritzianum?

Moritzianum Fern

What is the natural habitat of Blechnum moritzianum?

Tropical and subtropical regions of the Southern Hemisphere

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

Georg Hans Emmo Wolfgang Hieronymus (1846-1921): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Hieron.' in the authors string.
Johann Friedrich Klotzsch (1805-1860): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Klotzsch' in the authors string.