kātote
Alsophila smithii | kātote, whe, Smith’s tree fern, soft tree fern
Boasting an abundance of delicate, horizontally spreading fronds, extending up to 2.5m, kātote is ideal for creating a sub-tropical atmosphere. It thrives in cool, moist environments lending a lush aesthetic to gardens. It is frequently used in mass plantings for dramatic effect and is a popular choice for revegetation, native gardens, stream-side plantings, woodland settings, and mixed plantings.
typical habitat.
lowland forest
montane forest
valley forest
streamsides
forest margins
shrubland
lower montane forest
drainage.
moist
sun.
partial shade
full shade
mature specifications.
height | 8m
width | 5m / 30cm (trunk)
did you know?
You can spot a kātote by its dead frond stems – which look like a skirt!