Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
sumatrana
ID:
140426

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Baker) R.M.Tryon

Source:
ipni

Year:
1970

Citation Micro:
Contr. Gray Herb. 200: 36 (1970)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139755



Common Names

  • Sumatran Tree Fern
  • Sumatran Fern
  • Alsophila Sumatran


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Synonyms

  • Cyathea sumatrana Baker [unknown]
  • Cyathea schizochlamys Baker [unknown]
  • Cyathea subuliformis Alderw. [unknown]
  • Cyathea tuberculata Alderw. [unknown]

Description

Alsophila sumatrana (also called Sumatran Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a species of fern in the family Cyatheaceae. It is a large, terrestrial fern with a stout, erect trunk and a crown of arching fronds. It is native to tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It is found in humid tropical forests, often near streams or rivers.

Uses & Benefits

Alsophila sumatrana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as an ingredient in traditional medicines. It is also used to make paper and as a source of food for animals.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Alsophila sumatrana is a small, yellowish-green cup-shaped flower with five petals. The seed is a small, dark brown, round seed. The seedlings are small, dark green, and have a single, upright frond.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Alsophila sumatrana is a medium-sized fern that can be cultivated in a moist, shady spot in the garden. It can be propagated by division of the rhizome or by spores. The spores should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until the plants are well established.

Where to Find Alsophila sumatrana

Alsophila sumatrana is endemic to Sumatra, Indonesia.

Alsophila sumatrana FAQ

What is the common name of Alsophila sumatrana?

Sumatran Tree Fern

What type of soil does Alsophila sumatrana prefer?

Alsophila sumatrana prefers moist, well-drained soil.

What is the ideal temperature for Alsophila sumatrana?

Alsophila sumatrana prefers temperatures between 65 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit.

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

John Gilbert Baker (1834-1920): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Baker' in the authors string.
Rolla M. Tryon Jr. (1916-2001): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'R.M.Tryon' in the authors string.