Punui or Gully Tree Fern

Family: Cyatheaceae     Genus:  Cyathea cunninghamii

Cyathea Cunninghamii forms a tall slender trunk fairly quickly and can grow up to 20m in height. It is best suited to dappled shade and plenty of moisture – and does not tolerate dry conditions or frosts well.
Like Cyathea Smithii, it’s fronds are very soft and delicate looking – especially when new, but are prone to wind damage. It’s old fronds can hang "untidily" on the plant.


 

©  Wairere Boulders (Nature Park), 
Horeke, Hokainga Harbour, Northland, New Zealand, NZ)