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The Tree Fern (Cyathea dealbata), belonging to the family Cyatheaceae, is a large evergreen fern native to the Chatham Islands, New Zealand North Island, and New Zealand South Island, as well as parts of Southeast Asia. Tree Fern (Latin: Cyathea dealbata, family Cyatheaceae) is an edible plant catalogued in PlantSage.
Tree Fern is generally regarded as safe for culinary use when correctly identified and prepared. Avoid wild specimens from polluted ground and confirm species before harvest.
Tree Fern is a member of the Cyatheaceae family native to BAN, BOR, EHM, LAO, LSI, and MLY. Tree Fern thrives in partial sun to full shade and prefers moist to wet conditions.
Tree Fern grows best in USDA zone 8-11, partial sun/shade, full shade light, and moist, wet water. Detailed sowing, propagation, and care notes are on the full profile.
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