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Cyathea smithii

Also Known As

  • Katote
  • Soft Tree Fern
  • Whe

Plant type

tree, fern

size

  • H: 12'-24'
  • W: 8'-16'

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Cyathea smithii plant details

Cyathea smithii is an evergreen fern or tree with green foliage. Grows well with bright shade - shade and even moisture - regular water. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something verticillium wilt resistant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cyathea smithii

Plant type: fern or tree
Plant family: cyatheaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 8 FT - 16 FT - wide, 12 FT - 24 FT - tall
Uses: tropical-looking, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cyathea smithii

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: bright shade - shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - regular
Resistant to: verticillium wilt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Cyathea smithii plant

How to Grow Cyathea smithii

  • Sun Exposure

    • bright shade - shade
  • Water Needs

    • even moisture - regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • verticillium wilt resistant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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