imperial samambaiaçu
Nameimperial samambaiaçu
Species NameDicksonia sellowiana
Common NameImperial Tree Fern
Bonsai Styleinformal-upright
Estimated Age (years)80
Container TypeN/A
Geographic Originsouth-america
Cultivation Difficultyexpert
Trunk Featuresfibrous bark, thick trunk, old frond bases
Foliage Typefronds
Height (cm)450
Nebari (Root Flare) QualityN/A
Notable FeaturesLarge, prominent fronds; distinctive fibrous trunks; natural forest setting. While not a bonsai, if one were to attempt to cultivate such a large tree fern in a bonsai style, it would present extreme challenges due to its natural growth habit and scale.
Description
This specimen features two prominent tree ferns growing naturally in a lush environment. They exhibit thick, fibrous trunks covered in old frond bases, giving them a textured, brown appearance. Large, arching fronds emerge from the crown of each trunk.
