Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
atrocastanea
ID:
140499

Status:
valid

Authors:
Labiak & F.B.Matos

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Syst. Bot. 34(3): 476 (-480; figs. 1-2) (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139828

Common Names

  • Black Tree Fern
  • Giant Tree Fern
  • Giant Black Tree Fern

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Description

Cyathea atrocastanea (also called 'Dark-brown Tree Fern', among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Cyatheaceae. It is native to tropical Africa, Asia, and the Pacific Islands. It is usually found in moist, shady, and humid habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathea atrocastanea is an ornamental plant that is commonly used as a houseplant. It is also used in landscaping and as a groundcover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyathea atrocastanea is a small, yellowish-brown, and inconspicuous. The seed is a small, round, brownish-black, and winged. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single frond.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathea atrocastanea is a species of tree fern native to the Philippines. It is a medium-sized fern, growing up to 4 m tall. It is best grown in a shady, moist location, with plenty of organic matter in the soil. Propagation is by spores, which should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Cyathea atrocastanea

Cyathea atrocastanea can be found in Mexico, Central America, and the Caribbean.

Cyathea atrocastanea FAQ

What is the common name of Cyathea atrocastanea?

Dark-brown Tree Fern

What type of soil does Cyathea atrocastanea prefer?

Cyathea atrocastanea prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Cyathea atrocastanea?

Cyathea atrocastanea prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

Species in the Cyathea genus

Cyathea abbreviata, Cyathea alstonii, Cyathea ameristoneura, Cyathea asplenioides, Cyathea atrocastanea, Cyathea bella, Cyathea bernardii, Cyathea brachyphylla, Cyathea chamaedendron, Cyathea croftii, Cyathea ctenitoides, Cyathea cumingii, Cyathea dealbata, Cyathea dejecta, Cyathea elliottii, Cyathea epaleata, Cyathea exilis, Cyathea feeana, Cyathea flexuosa, Cyathea grantii, Cyathea grata, Cyathea hirsutissima, Cyathea holdrigeana, Cyathea hymenophylloides, Cyathea iheringii, Cyathea incognita, Cyathea jacobsii, Cyathea karsteniana, Cyathea lathamii, Cyathea leprieurii, Cyathea leucofolis, Cyathea microphyllodes, Cyathea miersii, Cyathea minuta, Cyathea myriotricha, Cyathea nothofagorum, Cyathea obtusa, Cyathea paucifolia, Cyathea pilozana, Cyathea polystichoides, Cyathea scabra, Cyathea sessilifolia, Cyathea setchellii, Cyathea srilankensis, Cyathea strigillosa, Cyathea tepuiana, Cyathea trichomanoides, Cyathea trinitensis, Cyathea universitatis, Cyathea whitmeei,

Species in the Cyatheaceae family

Alsophila acanthophora, Alsophila acuminata, Alsophila alderwereltii, Alsophila alleniae, Alsophila alta, Alsophila aneitensis, Alsophila apoensis, Alsophila archboldii, Alsophila baroumba, Alsophila borneensis, Alsophila boytelii, Alsophila brausei, Alsophila brevipinna, Alsophila buennemeijeri, Alsophila callosa, Alsophila catillifera, Alsophila celsa, Alsophila cicatricosa, Alsophila cincinnata, Alsophila cinerea, Alsophila coactilis, Alsophila confinis, Alsophila costalisora, Alsophila crinita, Alsophila cubensis, Alsophila cucullifera, Alsophila cunninghamii, Alsophila deckenii, Alsophila dicksonioides, Alsophila doctersii, Alsophila edanoi, Alsophila eriophora, Alsophila everta, Alsophila excavata, Alsophila fagildei, Alsophila ferdinandii, Alsophila ferruginea, Alsophila foersteri, Alsophila geluensis, Alsophila glaberrima, Alsophila gleichenioides, Alsophila grangaudiana, Alsophila halconensis, Alsophila havilandii, Alsophila hooglandii, Alsophila hookeri, Alsophila horridula, Alsophila humilis, Alsophila hymenodes, Alsophila imbricata,

References

Paulo Henrique Labiak: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Labiak' in the authors string.
Fernando Bittencourt Matos: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'F.B.Matos' in the authors string.