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BlechnumFamily: Ferns.
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Common name(s): Hard fern, Tree Fern |
Blechnum gibbum |
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Genus of 150-200 species of evergreen, rhizomatous, terrestrial ferns found in moist, sheltered, acidic sites in temperate and tropical regions. A distinct trunk develops with age Blechnum is a Tree Fern. The most popular species are Blechnum gibbum and the Brazilian Tree Fern (Blechnum brazilience). |
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Growing conditions |
Watering and misting |
Propagation |
Average warmth.Good indirect light is the proper location - an east- or north-facing windowsill is ideal. |
Compost must be kept moist at all times and never allowed to dry out. Misting is not necessary. |
The simplest way is to devide the plant in early spring. Sow spores in late summer. |
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