Cyathea trichomanoides - Uses, Benefits & Common Names
Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Family:
Genus:
Species:
trichomanoides
ID:
140826
Status:
valid
Authors:
Christenh.
Source:
ipni
Year:
2009
Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 1: 41 (2009)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140155
Common Names
- Trichomanes Tree Fern
- Trichomanes Shield Fern
- Trichomanes Mountain Tree Fern
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesSynonyms
- Hymenophyllopsis superba Lellinger [unknown]
Description
Cyathea trichomanoides (also called Hairy-stemmed Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a species of tree fern native to Central America and South America. It grows in humid forest habitats, usually in areas with high rainfall and temperatures of 15-25°C.
Uses & Benefits
Cyathea trichomanoides is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a source of timber for construction and furniture making.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Cyathea trichomanoides has small, yellowish-brown flowers that are clustered in the axils of the leaves. The seeds are small, dark brown and glossy. The seedlings have two or three long, narrow leaves that are curved or twisted.
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Find Suppliers & Request SamplesCultivation and Propagation
Cyathea trichomanoides can be propagated from spores or division of the rhizome. It prefers moist, well-drained soil in a partially shaded position. It is hardy to -5°C (23°F) and can tolerate temperatures down to -10°C (14°F).
Where to Find Cyathea trichomanoides
Cyathea trichomanoides is native to Colombia and can be found in the northern part of the country.
Cyathea trichomanoides FAQ
What is the scientific name of Cyathea trichomanoides?
Cyathea trichomanoides
What type of plant is Cyathea trichomanoides?
Tree fern
What are the common names of Cyathea trichomanoides?
Hairy tree fern, Bristly tree 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
Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
POWO record for urn:lsid:ipni.org:names:77102518-1: Based on the initial data import