Blechnum rosenstockii - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
rosenstockii
ID:
164004
Status:
valid
Authors:
Copel.
Source:
ipni
Year:
1931
Citation Micro:
Univ. Calif. Publ. Bot. 12: 394. 1931
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163333
Common Names
- Rosenstock's Water Fern
- Rosenstock's Water Shield Fern
- Rosenstock Water Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesDescription
Blechnum rosenstockii (also called Rosenstock'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 rosenstockii 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 rosenstockii 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.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Blechnum rosenstockii 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 rosenstockii
Blechnum rosenstockii can be found in the tropical and subtropical regions of Central and South America, from Mexico to Argentina.
Blechnum rosenstockii FAQ
What is the scientific name of Blechnum rosenstockii?
Blechnum rosenstockii
What type of plant is Blechnum rosenstockii?
Fern
Where does Blechnum rosenstockii 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
Edwin Bingham Copeland (1873-1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Copel.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:17307940-1: Based on the initial data import