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Australian Tree Fern

Cyathea cooperi, Cyatheaceae

Zones
9–11
Layer
Understory
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

Shade Provider

Growing Conditions

Sun

Partial Shade (optimal)

Water

HighHigh

Soil pH

5.5 – 6.5

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

JaboticabaMyrciaria cauliflora
Shade ProvisionBeneficial Insect Habitat
Japanese StewartiaStewartia pseudocamellia
Shade ProvisionNutrient Accumulation
Chinese Fan PalmLivistona chinensis
Shade ProvisionWind Protection

Antagonistic Plants

Soft Tree FernDicksonia antarctica

Both tree ferns have similar requirements and will compete intensely for limited resources and growing space

Pindo PalmButia odorata

Palm and tree fern compete for similar tropical/subtropical growing conditions and root space

Uses

Functions

Ornamental

Common Questions

What zones does Australian Tree Fern grow in?

Australian Tree Fern grows in USDA hardiness zones 9 through 11.

What are good companion plants for Australian Tree Fern?

Good companions for Australian Tree Fern include Jaboticaba, Japanese Stewartia, Chinese Fan Palm.

Design guilds with Australian Tree Fern and see companion relationships visually.

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