Fauna
Plant

Asian Tree Fern

Sphaeropteris glauca

The Asian Tree Fern forms a tall trunk topped by an umbrella-like crown of finely divided fronds. Older plants may develop branched crowns, an unusual silhouette among tree ferns.

Tree FernFeathery FrondsHumid Forest
Asian Tree Fern reference
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Least ConcernConservation statusIUCN Red List categoriesLCNTVUENCREWEXLeast ConcernRed List categories, explained →
Key facts
Diet & preyPhotosynthesis; roots absorb water and mineral nutrients
Predators
  • Frond-feeding insects
  • Browsing mammals
ThreatsForest clearing, collection, drying climate, and fire
HabitatsHumid tropical forest, mountain slopes, ravines, and stream valleys
Life spanMany decades; growth rate and longevity vary with site conditions
Classification
  1. FamilyCyatheaceae
  2. SpeciesSphaeropteris glauca
Range & activity
Range data is not available yet.
Safe observation
Interaction riskLow
  1. Low
  2. Moderate
  3. High
  4. Very high
Why interaction risk is low
Do not cut fronds or climb the fibrous trunk.
Responsible observation
  • Crown: Look for huge arching fronds at the top of a narrow trunk.
  • Habitat: Search humid slopes and streamside forest openings.
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