Tasmanian Tree Fern Ficus microcarpa nitida Plant in borders or as

Plant in borders or as an accent plant

Plant in full sun to moderate shade in a well-drained soil

A dwarf variety of Pittosporum tobira

There is confusion among many as this plant was originally known as Chondropetalum tectorum before undergoing a change in identity and nomenclature as the one species was reclassified into two species and also a new genus (Elegia)

Tasmanian Tree Fern Ficus microcarpa nitida Plant in borders or asThis tree like fern is a beautiful accent for the tropical effect. Dicksonia antarctica has a slow growing dark brown trunk covered with fuzzy reddish brown hairs and topped with a crown of arching finely cut dark green fronds. Tasmanian Tree Fern is best in shade but can tolerate full sun in foggy coastal areas. Plant in a location where it will be protected from strong winds. Dicksonia is slower and shorter than the Australian Tree Fern.