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Fern × Wetland/Bog ×

Cyathea medularis Mamaku, black ponga

Tallest of the tree ferns

Cyathea smithii Soft tree fern

Found throughout NZ in moist soils. Distinguishes itself from other tree fern species because of its 'skirt' of dead fronds that hang from the top of the plant.

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Marratia salicinia King fern, para

Stunning fern with tropical appearance now rare in the wild due to decimation by wild pigs and goats.

Plant Type

  • Trees
  • Shrubs
  • Groundcover
  • Fern ×
  • Flax
  • Grasses
  • Vine/Climber
  • Other

Exposure

  • Full Sun
  • Partial Shade
  • Full Shade
  • Requires Shelter
  • Tolerates Wind/Exposed
  • Frost Hardy

Soil Types

  • Free Draining/Volcanic
  • Heavy Clay Loam
  • Moist/damp
  • Wetland/Bog ×
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