Taxonomy

Division:

Pteridophyta | - Ferns

Family:

Cyatheaceae

Genus:

Alsophila

Species:

Alsophila portoricensis

USDA Symbol:

ALPO7

Growth Characteristics

Life Cycle:

Perennial

Growth Habit:

Tree

Height:

600 cm

Light Requirements:

Part Shade

Drought Tolerance:

Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:

birds, shelter

Deer Resistant:

Yes

Soil Requirements

Soil Type:

rich, well-drained loamy soil

pH:

5.5 - 7.0 (slightly acidic to neutral)

Drainage:

excellent drainage required

Moisture:

consistently moist

Notes:

native to cloud forests, prefers high humidity