💚 Crested Tree Fern (Brazilian)
Cyathea cooperi (syn. Sphaeropteris cooperi)
A dramatic tree fern with a tall trunk and arching fronds that create a lush, tropical canopy. The fronds often develop a curled appearance
🌿 Perennial in South Florida
🌍 Native Origin: Australia and South America (Brazilian selections in cultivation)
☀️ Light: Part shade to filtered sun
💧 Water: High; prefers consistently moist soil and humidity
📏 Size: 10–20 ft tall, 8–12 ft wide
🌸 Bloom Time: Non-flowering plant
🪴 Landscape Use: Perfect for shaded gardens, tropical backdrops, or as a specimen plant in large landscapes and courtyards
💡 Casaplanta Tip: Amend planting sites with Coast of Maine Bumper Crop to enrich soil with organic matter and hold steady moisture for vigorous frond growth