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What

King Fern (Todea barbara)

Observer

annsymons

Date

July 19, 2015

Description

Need confirmation that this is Cyathea (or is it now Alsophila) capensis with ^Protected Species Status^


There are a large number on the southern slopes which slopes are being radically cleared of vegetation to eliminate sleeping spots for 'bos-slapers' - better find out asap if these should be saved! Most of the plants are as per photo in height - no tall stems visible.

Fronds are more than a metre long. I reckon they are thrice-pinnate?

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