Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
celsa
ID:
140211

Status:
valid

Authors:
R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 30 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139540



Common Names

  • Celsa Tree Fern
  • Celsa Alsophila
  • Celsa Shield Fern


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Synonyms

  • Cyathea excelsa Sw. [unknown]
  • Cyathea canaliculata Willd. ex Kaulf. [unknown]

Description

Alsophila celsa (also called Celsa 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 1.5 m tall, with a crown of arching fronds up to 3 m long. It is found in moist forests, often near streams and in gullies.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila celsa is commonly used as an ornamental plant in gardens and landscaping. It is also used as a windbreak and for erosion control.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila celsa is a small, yellowish-green cup-shaped structure with 6 tepals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round structure with a smooth surface. The seedlings are light green and have a single, long, narrow leaf.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila celsa 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 celsa

Alsophila celsa can be found in tropical and subtropical regions of Africa, Asia, and Australia.

Alsophila celsa FAQ

What is the scientific name of Alsophila celsa?

Alsophila celsa

What is the common name of Alsophila celsa?

Celsa Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Alsophila celsa?

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,