Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Polypodiales
Genus:
Species:
triangularifolium
ID:
164020

Status:
valid

Authors:
T.C.Chambers & P.A.Farrant

Source:
ipni

Year:
1998

Citation Micro:
New Zealand J. Bot. 36(1): 14. 1998

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000163349

Common Names

  • Blechnum triangularifolium
  • Triangle-leaf Blechnum
  • Three-lobed Blechnum

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Synonyms

  • Parablechnum triangularifolium (T.C.Chambers & P.A.Farrant) Gasper & Salino [unknown]

Description

Blechnum triangularifolium (also called Triangular-Leaved 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 triangularifolium 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 triangularifolium 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 triangularifolium 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 triangularifolium

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

Blechnum triangularifolium FAQ

What is the scientific name of Blechnum triangularifolium?

Blechnum triangularifolium

What type of plant is Blechnum triangularifolium?

Fern

Where does Blechnum triangularifolium 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

Thomas Carrick Chambers (b.1930): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'T.C.Chambers' in the authors string.
P.A. Farrant (b.1950): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'P.A.Farrant' in the authors string.