Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
sledgei
ID:
158376

Status:
valid

Authors:
Ranil, Pushpak. & Fraser-Jenk.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2010

Citation Micro:
Fern Gaz. 18(7): 321 (320-327; figs.) (2010)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000157705



Common Names

  • Cyathea Sledgei
  • Sledgei Cyathea
  • Cyathea


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Description

Cyathea sledgei (also called Sledge's Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a large, evergreen, perennial fern that grows up to 5 m tall. Its fronds are bipinnate, with entire margins and a pointed tip. It is native to India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal, and is found in moist forests and wet grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathea sledgei is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat various ailments such as fever, headache, and skin diseases. It is also used as a dye and for making paper.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyathea sledgei has small, yellow flowers with four petals. Its seeds are small and black, and the seedlings are small and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathea sledgei is a perennial fern native to India. It is easy to propagate from spores taken in the spring or summer. The spores should be sown on a potting mix and kept moist until they have germinated and can be transplanted into the garden. Cyathea sledgei prefers a shady location and well-draining soil. It should be watered regularly, but not overly saturated.

Where to Find Cyathea sledgei

Cyathea sledgei is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in areas with high humidity and plenty of rainfall.

Cyathea sledgei FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathea sledgei?

Cyathea sledgei

What is the common name of Cyathea sledgei?

Sledge's Cyathea

What type of plant is Cyathea sledgei?

Fern

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

R.H.G. Ranil: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Ranil' in the authors string.
Christopher Roy Fraser-Jenkins (b.1948): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Fraser-Jenk.' in the authors string.
D.K.N.G. Pushpakumara: Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Pushpak.' in the authors string.