Kingdom:
Phylum:
Pteridophytes
Order:
Cyatheales
Genus:
Species:
povedae
ID:
1278194

Status:
valid

Authors:
A.Rojas

Source:
tro

Year:
2005

Citation Micro:
Lankesteriana 5(3): 192 (-195; figs. 1-2) (2005)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0001277532

Common Names

  • Cyathea povedae
  • Povedae Cyathea
  • Povedae Tree Fern

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Description

Cyathea povedae (also called Poveda's Tree Fern, among many other common names) is a fern native to Central and South America. It has a creeping rhizome and grows up to 1 m tall. Its leaves are alternate, simple, and lanceolate to ovate. It grows in wet forests, dry forests, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Cyathea povedae is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks, and is also used in traditional medicine.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flowers of Cyathea povedae are small, white, and arranged in spikes. The seeds are small, black, and round. The seedlings are small and slender.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Cyathea povedae is an evergreen fern native to the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. It can be propagated from spores or division. Spores should be sown in a well-draining potting mix and kept in a warm, humid environment. Division should be done in the spring or fall, with each division planted in a well-draining potting mix. The plants should be kept in a warm, humid environment and watered regularly.

Where to Find Cyathea povedae

Cyathea povedae is native to South America and can be found in wet montane forests.

Cyathea povedae FAQ

What is the scientific name of Cyathea povedae?

Cyathea povedae

What is the common name of Cyathea povedae?

Poveda's Tree Fern

What is the natural habitat of Cyathea povedae?

Tropical forests in Central and South America

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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