Soft tree fern
Dicksonia antarctica
About
Dicksonia antarctica, commonly known as the soft tree fern, is a species of fern native to eastern Australia, ranging from south-east Queensland to Tasmania. It is commonly grown as an ornamental both in Australia and elsewhere.
- Family
- Dicksoniaceae
How to use it
The soft tree fern is commonly grown as an ornamental plant, adding a touch of lush greenery to gardens and landscapes. It thrives in shaded areas, making it perfect for creating a serene, tropical atmosphere. Additionally, its ability to adapt to various soil types allows it to flourish in different garden settings.
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Gardening tip
When planting a soft tree fern, make sure to dig a hole that is about twice the size of its root ball. This will give it plenty of room to grow and spread its beautiful fronds!
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In the kitchen
The soft tree fern is not eaten by humans, so you won't find it on your dinner plate! Instead, it's best appreciated for its beauty in gardens and landscapes.
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Ecology
How it lives
- Propagated by
- Seed
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- Name
- Dicksonia antarctica
- Slug
- dicksonia-antarctica
- Kingdom
- Plantae
- Family
- Dicksoniaceae
- Genus
- Dicksonia
- Species
- antarctica
- Wikidata QID
- Q630002
- Propagule type
- seed
- Container suitable
- No
- Indoor suitable
- No
- OSSI pledged
- No
- Hazard level
- 1
- Data completeness
- 43
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