Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
ctenitoides
ID:
140556

Status:
valid

Authors:
(Lellinger) Christenh.

Source:
ipni

Year:
2009

Citation Micro:
Phytotaxa 1: 39 (2009)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000139885

Common Names

  • Ctenitoides Tree Fern
  • Silver Tree Fern
  • White Tree Fern

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Description

Cyathea ctenitoides (also called Ctenitopsis, among many other common names) is a species of tree fern native to Central America, South America, and the Caribbean. It grows in humid forest habitats, usually in areas with high rainfall and temperatures of 15-25°C.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathea ctenitoides is a species of tree fern native to the Philippines. It is an ornamental plant used in gardens and parks. It is also used to make baskets and other decorative items.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyathea ctenitoides is a small, white, cup-shaped flower. The seed is a small, round, dark brown seed. The seedlings are small, round, dark green leaves.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathea ctenitoides is a species of tree fern native to the Philippines. It is a medium-sized fern, growing up to 4 m tall. It is best grown in a shady, moist location, with plenty of organic matter in the soil. Propagation is by spores, which should be sown on a sterile, moist medium and kept in a warm, humid environment until germination occurs.

Where to Find Cyathea ctenitoides

Cyathea ctenitoides is native to Australia and can be found in tropical rainforests.

Cyathea ctenitoides FAQ

What is the common name of Cyathea ctenitoides?

Scaly Tree Fern

What is the natural range of Cyathea ctenitoides?

Australia, New Guinea, and the Solomon Islands

What is the maximum height of Cyathea ctenitoides?

Up to 10 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

Maarten J.M. Christenhusz (b.1976): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Christenh.' in the authors string.
David B. Lellinger (b.1937): Based on occurrence of standard abbreviation 'Lellinger' in the authors string.