Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Cyatheaceae

Genus:

Alsophila

Species:

Alsophila australis

USDA Symbol:

CYAU5

Growth Characteristics

Height:

1500 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

shelter for small fauna

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Fire Notes:

Tree ferns are fire-sensitive and require protection from fire; fronds may resprout from trunk after minor scorching but severe fire kills the plant.

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 6.5 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

prefers organic matter-rich environments