Blechnum magellanicum

Blechnum magellanicum is a stunning evergreen fern from the cool wet rainforests of

southern Chile, and humid valleys of western Argentina.

Over time it develops a large, stout, dark trunk up to 6' tall. The crown is impressive

with beautiful arching fronds that may exceed 6' in length.

Its exact hardiness is unproven to date, but some say it is hardy to minus ten C or lower.

Blechnum magellanicum showing the strongly dimorphic fronds

Unfurling frond