Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
microphyllodes
ID:
140698

Status:
valid

Authors:
Domin

Source:
ipni

Year:
1929

Citation Micro:
Pteridophyta : 263 (1929)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000140027

Common Names

  • Small-leaved Tree Fern
  • Small-leaved Cyathea
  • Cyathea microphyllodes

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Description

Cyathea microphyllodes (also called Microphyll Fern, among many other common names) is a medium-sized fern with a creeping rhizome, and fronds that are up to 1 m long. It is native to New Zealand, and is found in a variety of habitats, including forest margins, shrublands, and grasslands.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathea microphyllodes is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a houseplant. It is also used for erosion control and as a windbreak. The leaves can be used as a mulch and the fronds can be used to make baskets and mats.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Cyathea microphyllodes is a small, creamy-white, globose structure. The seeds are small, black, and glossy. The seedlings are slender, with long, narrow, light green fronds.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathea microphyllodes is a terrestrial fern that is native to New Zealand. It is a slow-growing species that can reach heights of up to 1.5 m. It prefers moist, well-drained soils and partial shade. Propagation is best done by division of the rhizome or by spore sowing.

Where to Find Cyathea microphyllodes

Cyathea microphyllodes is native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be found in nurseries and online retailers that specialize in tropical plants.

Cyathea microphyllodes FAQ

What is the common name of Cyathea microphyllodes?

Small-Leaved Tree Fern

What is the natural range of Cyathea microphyllodes?

Australia

What is the maximum height of Cyathea microphyllodes?

Up to 5 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,

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