Sphaeropteris cooperi – Lacy Tree Fern

Description

Sphaeropteris cooperi – Lacy Tree Fern

Family: Cyatheaceae
Packet size: Approximately 10,000+ spores (not seeds)
Origin: Australian native

Fast-growing tree fern with a slender trunk and large lacy fronds. Best suited to warm temperate to subtropical sheltered gardens.

Growing Conditions

• Light: Filtered light to part shade
• Growing medium: Moist, organic-rich, free-draining growing medium
• Water: Water regularly in dry weather; shelter young ferns from harsh sun and wind

Propagation from Spores

1. Prepare a clean, moist growing medium in a clean covered container. Avoid contaminating the medium.
2. Sow spores on the surface of sterile, damp growing medium; keep enclosed and humid in bright indirect light; transplant only after small ferns establish Do not bury the fine spores.
3. Maintain humidity and monitor for green green growth; development of young ferns can take weeks to months or longer.
4. Gradually acclimatise established young ferns to lower humidity before potting or mounting.

Important: Fern spores are dust-fine and require different propagation methods from seeds. The approximate spore count is not a germination guarantee. Keep the container clean and avoid direct harsh sun.