Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
catillifera
ID:
140210

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Holttum) R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

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

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139539



Common Names

  • Catilliferous Tree Fern
  • Catilliferous Alsophila
  • Catilliferous Shield Fern


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Synonyms

  • Cyathea catillifera Holttum [unknown]

Description

Alsophila catillifera (also called Catilliferous 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 catillifera is a species of ferns which is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in landscaping and as a ground cover.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila catillifera is small and yellowish-green in color. The seed is a small, dark brown, triangular-shaped spore. The seedlings are small, with a single, thin stem and a few small leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila catillifera 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 catillifera

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

Alsophila catillifera FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila catillifera?

Alsophila catillifera

What is the common name of Alsophila catillifera?

Catilliferous Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Alsophila catillifera?

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

Richard Eric Holttum (1895-1990): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Holttum' in the authors string.
Rolla M. Tryon Jr. (1916-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Tryon' in the authors string.