Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
revolutum
ID:
164001

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Alderw.) C.Chr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1934

Citation Micro:
Index Filic., Suppl. Tert. 46. 1934

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163330

Common Names

  • Revolute Water Fern
  • Revolute Water Shield Fern
  • Upright Water Fern

Searching for Blechnum revolutum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Synonyms

  • Struthiopteris revoluta (Alderw.) Ching [unknown]
  • Blechnum archboldii C.Chr. [unknown]
  • Lomaria revoluta Alderw. [unknown]
  • Parablechnum revolutum (Alderw.) Gasper & Salino [unknown]

Description

Blechnum revolutum (also called Revolute 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 revolutum is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a ground cover. It is also used in landscaping to provide a lush green look and to reduce erosion.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Blechnum revolutum is a small, yellowish-green, bell-shaped flower. The seed is a small, brown, oval-shaped seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single pair of fronds.

Searching for Blechnum revolutum? Discover Suppliers and Request Free Samples Now!

Find Suppliers & Request Samples

Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum revolutum 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 revolutum

Blechnum revolutum can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.

Blechnum revolutum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum revolutum?

Blechnum revolutum

What type of plant is Blechnum revolutum?

Fern

Where does Blechnum revolutum grow?

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

References

Carl Christensen (1872-1942): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'C.Chr.' in the authors string.
Cornelis Rugier Willem Karel van Alderwerelt van Rosenburgh (1863-1936): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Alderw.' in the authors string.