Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
corcovadensis
ID:
1279699

Status:
valid

Authors:
Domin

Source:
tro

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Pteridophyta : 262 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001279037

Common Names

  • Cyathea corcovadensis
  • Corcovadensis Cyathea
  • Corcovadensis Tree Fern

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Description

Cyathea corcovadensis (also called Cyathea, among many other common names) is a fern native to Central and South America. It has large, feathery fronds and small, white flowers. It grows in humid, tropical forests and is often found in rainforest habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathea corcovadensis is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used as a medicinal plant.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

Cyathea corcovadensis has small, white flowers with yellow centers. The seeds are small and brown, and the seedlings are thin and green.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathea corcovadensis is a shrub or small tree that grows up to 8 m tall. It prefers well-drained soils and full sun. Propagation is best done from seed, which should be sown in a warm, sunny location. The seed should be lightly covered with soil and kept moist until germination occurs. Transplanting of seedlings should be done when they are about 10 cm tall.

Where to Find Cyathea corcovadensis

Cyathea corcovadensis can be found in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil.

Cyathea corcovadensis FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathea corcovadensis?

Cyathea corcovadensis

What is the common name of Cyathea corcovadensis?

Corcovado Cyathea

Where is Cyathea corcovadensis found?

It is found in Brazil

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,

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