Cyathea calolepis

Cyathea calolepis

Native to:
Cuba

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Taxonomy

Division:
Pteridophyta | - Ferns
Family:
Cyatheaceae
Genus:
Cyathea
Species:
Cyathea calolepis

Growth Characteristics

Height:
800 cm
Drought Tolerance:
Low

Garden & Ecology Notes

Wildlife Value:
birds
Deer Resistant:
Yes

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch

Propagation & Germination

Stratification:
None required
Germination Time:
30–90 days
Notes:
Spores require high humidity and warm temperatures. Surface sow on sterile medium without covering.

Source: Claude claude-sonnet-4-5-20250929 Batch