Small Treefern
Cyathea parvula
- Native to:
- Colombia, Cuba, Dominican Republic, Haiti, Jamaica, Puerto Rico
iNaturalist: © juan_7 (iNaturalist #187559247)
Taxonomy
- Division:
- Pteridophyta | - Ferns
- Family:
- Cyatheaceae
- Genus:
- Cyathea
- Species:
- Cyathea parvula
- USDA Symbol:
- CYPA7
Growth Characteristics
- Life Cycle:
- Perennial
- Growth Habit:
- Shrub , Tree
- Height:
- 300 cm
- Drought Tolerance:
- Low
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 shaded, humid environments