Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
callosa
ID:
140207

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Christ) R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 33 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139536



Common Names

  • Rough Tree Fern
  • Rough Alsophila
  • Rough Shield Fern


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Synonyms

  • Cyathea callosa Christ [unknown]
  • Cyathea foxworthyi Copel. [unknown]
  • Cyathea camaguinensis Copel. [unknown]

Description

Alsophila callosa (also called Callose tree fern, among many other common names) is a species of tree fern native to New Zealand. It has a trunk that is up to 1 m tall, with a crown of arching fronds up to 2 m long. It is found in moist forests, often near streams and in gullies.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila callosa is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant for treating skin diseases and wounds.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Alsophila callosa has small, yellowish-brown flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings have a single, long, narrow leaf that is curved or twisted.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila callosa can be propagated by spores or division. It should be grown in a moist, well-drained soil and a sheltered position in full sun or partial shade. It should be watered regularly and fertilized every few weeks during the growing season.

Where to Find Alsophila callosa

Alsophila callosa can be found in the rainforests of New Guinea and the Solomon Islands.

Alsophila callosa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila callosa?

Alsophila callosa

What is the common name of Alsophila callosa?

Callous Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Alsophila callosa?

Tropical and subtropical moist lowland forests

Species in the Alsophila genus

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,

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

Konrad H. Christ (1833-1933): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christ' in the authors string.
Rolla M. Tryon Jr. (1916-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Tryon' in the authors string.