Elephant Fern

Also known as King Fern, Giant Fern, Oriental Vessel Fern, Mule's Foot Fern

Boasting an evolutionary heritage stretching back over 300 million years, this primitive giant produces the longest fronds of any land fern. Swollen fleshy leaf bases anchor massive green fronds that arch dramatically over damp rainforest floors and shaded river ravines. The fleshy, trunk-like rootstock stores immense reserves of water and nutrients, enabling it to thrive under dense forest canopies.