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Cyathea tomentosissima

Cyathea tomentosissima
Latin name:
Cyathea tomentosissima
Common name:
Highland Lace fern

Comes from Hiighlands of New Guinea - has lacy, coppery-brown fronds.
Prefers sun rather than shade and is tolerant to wind.Will reach up to 150cm in height and fronds will stretch to 1 to 2 metres.

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