Cyathea medullaris

King Fern, Black Fern, Mamaku, Katata

Features

• Long graceful arching fronds.
• Self shedding fronds except when young.
• Strong slender trunk.
• Biggest growing of ferns.

Uses

• Planted in woodlands.
• Suitable for medium to large gardens, in borders and general plantings.
• Foliage is a good contrast in mixed plantings.

Growing Conditions

• Moderately frost and wind hardy.
• Grows in moist to very moist soil conditions.
• Full sun to part shade.