Description
Cyathea hemiepiphytica (also called Hemiepiphytic Cyathea, among many other common names) is a perennial herbaceous plant native to East Asia. It has a woody stem and is usually found in grasslands, forests, and meadows. The leaves are ovate-lanceolate in shape and the flowers are white or yellow in color.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
The flower of Cyathea hemiepiphytica is a small, brownish-green, cup-shaped structure with a single, long, yellowish-green stamen. The seed is a small, black, triangular-shaped structure with a long, thin tail. The seedling is a small, green, triangular-shaped structure with a long, thin tail.
Cultivation and Propagation
Cyathea hemiepiphytica can be propagated by seed or division. Seeds should be sown in spring or autumn in a well-drained soil mix. Division should be done in spring or autumn, when the plant is actively growing. The divided clumps should be planted in a well-drained soil mix.
Where to Find Cyathea hemiepiphytica
Cyathea hemiepiphytica is native to tropical regions of Central and South America, including Mexico, Guatemala, and Costa Rica.