Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
pilozana
ID:
140746

Status:
valid

Authors:
M.T.Murillo & J.Murillo

Source:
ipni

Year:
2003

Citation Micro:
Revista Acad. Colomb. Ci. Exact. 27(102): 46 (-47; fig. 1) (2003)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140075



Common Names

  • Pilozana Tree Fern
  • Cyathea Pilozana
  • Slender Tree Fern


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Description

Cyathea pilozana (also called Pilose Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a medium-sized tree fern with a slender trunk and fronds up to 2 m long. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in a variety of habitats, including forest margins, shrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathea pilozana is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used in traditional medicine for its anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyathea pilozana are small and yellowish-green in color. The seeds are small and black. The seedlings are small and have a single frond.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathea pilozana is a terrestrial fern native to Australia. It is a slow-growing species that can reach heights of up to 1.5 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome or by spore sowing.

Where to Find Cyathea pilozana

Cyathea pilozana is native to the tropical regions of Southeast Asia, including Indonesia, Malaysia, and the Philippines. It can be found in moist, shady areas such as rainforests and mountain slopes.

Cyathea pilozana FAQ

What is the common name of Cyathea pilozana?

Pilose Tree Fern

What is the natural range of Cyathea pilozana?

Australia

What is the maximum height of Cyathea pilozana?

Up to 5 m

Species in the Cyathea genus

Cyathea abbreviata, Cyathea alstonii, Cyathea ameristoneura, Cyathea asplenioides, Cyathea atrocastanea, Cyathea bella, Cyathea bernardii, Cyathea brachyphylla, Cyathea chamaedendron, Cyathea croftii, Cyathea ctenitoides, Cyathea cumingii, Cyathea dealbata, Cyathea dejecta, Cyathea elliottii, Cyathea epaleata, Cyathea exilis, Cyathea feeana, Cyathea flexuosa, Cyathea grantii, Cyathea grata, Cyathea hirsutissima, Cyathea holdrigeana, Cyathea hymenophylloides, Cyathea iheringii, Cyathea incognita, Cyathea jacobsii, Cyathea karsteniana, Cyathea lathamii, Cyathea leprieurii, Cyathea leucofolis, Cyathea microphyllodes, Cyathea miersii, Cyathea minuta, Cyathea myriotricha, Cyathea nothofagorum, Cyathea obtusa, Cyathea paucifolia, Cyathea pilozana, Cyathea polystichoides, Cyathea scabra, Cyathea sessilifolia, Cyathea setchellii, Cyathea srilankensis, Cyathea strigillosa, Cyathea tepuiana, Cyathea trichomanoides, Cyathea trinitensis, Cyathea universitatis, Cyathea whitmeei,

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

José Murillo Aldana (b.1964): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'J.Murillo' in the authors string.
María Teresa Murillo (1929-2017): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'M.T.Murillo' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:327593-2: Based on the initial data import