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Tree fern

Cyathea sp.

Photo by Benno Ibold
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Description:

Cyathea is a genus of tree ferns, the type genus of the fern order Cyatheales. They are mostly terrestrial ferns, usually with a single tall stem. Rarely, the trunk may be branched or creeping. Many species also develop a fibrous mass of roots at the base of the trunk. The genus has a pantropical distribution, with over 470 species.

Habitat:

They grow in habitats ranging from tropical rain forests to temperate woodlands.

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PublishedAugust 28, 2015

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