Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
rufum
ID:
164005

Status:
valid

Authors:
C.Chr.

Source:
ipni

Year:
1913

Citation Micro:
Index Filic., Suppl. (1906-1912) 17. 1913

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163334

Common Names

  • Red Water Fern
  • Rufous Water Fern
  • Rufous Water Shield Fern

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Synonyms

  • Struthiopteris rufa (Spreng.) Broadh. [unknown]
  • Blechnum robustum Hieron. [unknown]
  • Lomariocycas rufa (Spreng.) Gasper & A.R.Sm. [unknown]

Description

Blechnum rufum (also called Red 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 rufum 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 rufum 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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Cultivation and Propagation

Blechnum rufum 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 rufum

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

Blechnum rufum FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum rufum?

Blechnum rufum

What type of plant is Blechnum rufum?

Fern

Where does Blechnum rufum 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