Hairy tree fern

Cyathea horrida

Cyatheaceae

Tree

Ornamental

Evergreen

About this plant

Cyathea horrida, commonly known as Hairy tree fern, is an ornamental tree fern that thrives in part shade with high water needs. It is an evergreen plant that can grow to a height of 4–10 meters and is suitable for USDA zones 9–11. It prefers loamy, peaty soil.

Light

Partial shade

Watering

High water

Soil

Loamy, Peaty

Height

4–10 m

Spread

2–5 m

Zones

9–11

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Growing Conditions

Sunlight: Prefers part shade.
Water: Requires high water levels.
Soil: Best in loamy or peaty soil.
USDA Zones: 9–11.
Height: Can reach 4–10 meters.
Evergreen: Yes, it is an evergreen plant.

Characteristics

Type: Tree fern.
Category: Ornamental.
Toxic: No.
Fragrant: No.
Pollinators: Does not attract pollinators.

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